Rheumatology, Rheumatologist - Outpatient Clinic

Job Description

Job Description Rheumatologist

Position Summary A healthcare organization is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Rheumatologist to provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients with rheumatic and autoimmune conditions affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and connective tissues. This role focuses on long-term disease management, evidence-based treatment, and collaboration across multidisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage patients with autoimmune, inflammatory, and degenerative rheumatic diseases

Diagnose and treat conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, spondyloarthropathies, vasculitis, gout, and osteoporosis

Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans

Manage chronic disease progression and medication therapy, including biologic and immunomodulatory treatments

Perform office-based procedures within scope of practice, including joint aspirations and injections

Interpret laboratory results, imaging studies, and diagnostic testing

Provide outpatient clinic care and inpatient consultative services as applicable

Collaborate with primary care providers and specialty teams to coordinate patient care

Educate patients and families regarding disease processes, treatment options, and self-management strategies

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation

Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical education initiatives

Practice Setting

Outpatient rheumatology clinic environment

Hospital-based inpatient consult coverage as required

Schedule and call responsibilities vary depending on organizational structure

Patient Population

Adult patients with acute and chronic rheumatologic conditions

Longitudinal disease management and follow-up care

Work Environment

Clinic and consultative hospital practice settings

Multidisciplinary, team-based care model

Emphasis on continuity of care and long-term patient relationships

Requirements

Qualifications

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine or Pediatrics residency

Completion of an accredited Rheumatology fellowship

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology

Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the practicing state

DEA registration or eligibility

Skills & Competencies

Expertise in autoimmune and inflammatory disease management

Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making abilities

Excellent communication and patient education skills

Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care

Ability to manage complex chronic conditions in an outpatient-focused setting