Rheumatologist

About the Role

The Division of Rheumatology at UTMB is expanding and seeking an enthusiastic full-time Rheumatologist to join its growing academic practice, with the primary clinical need based in Clear Lake, Texas. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative academic rheumatology division offering a balanced combination of clinical practice, teaching, research, and future leadership opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Clinical practice with a focus on rheumatology
• Teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows
• Participating in research activities within the division
• Contributing to administrative and leadership roles as experience grows
• Providing inpatient consultation services in Clear Lake

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
• Open to recent Rheumatology fellowship graduates
• Strong commitment to collaborative, high-quality patient care
• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate medical licensure in the State of Texas

Skills

• Proficiency in clinical rheumatology practice
• Experience or interest in academic medicine, including teaching and research
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for multidisciplinary collaboration

Pay

AAMC compensation benchmark for Assistant Professor through Associate Professor: approximately $239,663–$272,549, with additional compensation opportunities through wRVU production, research, education, and administrative responsibilities.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance up to $20,000
• CME allowance and time
• Comprehensive faculty benefits package consistent with other UTMB faculty
• 23 days of PTO available immediately upon start date
• Health insurance at no cost to the physician

Schedule

Schedule consists of 9 half-day clinics per week.

Community Information

Galveston, Texas, offers a unique coastal lifestyle with 32 miles of Gulf Coast beaches, historic architecture, cultural attractions, and year-round outdoor recreation. Located approximately 50 miles southeast of Houston, Galveston provides residents with the charm of an island community while maintaining convenient access to the greater Houston metropolitan area.

• Vibrant island community with a blend of history, culture, coastal living, and modern amenities
• Abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, including beaches, parks, walking, biking, boating, and fishing
• Convenient access to Houston, approximately 50 miles away
• No state individual income tax