Rheumatologist (MD/DO) Position Summary The Rheumatologist provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal diseases. This role focuses on the long-term care of patients with complex rheumatic conditions through evidence-based medical management, patient education, and coordination with multidisciplinary care teams. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Evaluate and manage patients with rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, vasculitis, gout, osteoporosis, and connective tissue disorders • Diagnose and treat inflammatory and degenerative musculoskeletal diseases • Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans • Prescribe and manage immunomodulatory and biologic therapies • Provide outpatient rheumatology care and inpatient consultation services as needed • Interpret diagnostic studies including laboratory testing, imaging, and bone density scans • Perform office-based procedures such as joint aspiration and injection, consistent with training and privileges • Collaborate with primary care providers, orthopedics, nephrology, pulmonology, dermatology, and other specialists • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and disease management • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation • Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives • Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers, residents, or clinical staff as applicable • Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards Qualifications • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school • Completion of an accredited internal medicine or pediatrics residency program • Completion of an accredited rheumatology fellowship program • Board-eligible or board-certified in Rheumatology • Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure • DEA registration or eligibility Skills and Competencies • Expertise in rheumatologic disease diagnosis and management • Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic reasoning skills • Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities • Ability to manage complex, chronic conditions over time • Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care Work Environment • Outpatient rheumatology clinics with possible inpatient consult responsibilities • Call coverage as determined by practice or service needs Physical Requirements • Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments • Manual dexterity for joint injections and examinations • Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and interpretation of diagnostic data Requirements Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.