Rheumatology Physician

Position Highlights

• Full-time, employed position
• Primarily outpatient practice
• Hospital consultation opportunities as needed
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care team
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits package
• CME allowance
• Paid time off
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Relocation assistance available
• Physician-led organization focused on quality patient care

Position Summary

The Rheumatologist will provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders, including:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Lupus
• Osteoarthritis
• Psoriatic arthritis
• Gout
• Vasculitis
• Osteoporosis
• Connective tissue diseases
• Other complex rheumatologic conditions

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with rheumatologic and autoimmune disorders
• Perform comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations
• Order and interpret laboratory studies, imaging, and other diagnostic testing
• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medicine
• Prescribe and manage DMARDs, biologic therapies, corticosteroids, and other immunomodulatory medications
• Perform office-based procedures, including joint aspirations and injections
• Educate patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and long-term care plans
• Collaborate with referring providers and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical collaboration

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency
• Completion of an accredited Rheumatology fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
• Eligible for Vermont medical licensure
• DEA registration or ability to obtain
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous outpatient rheumatology experience
• Experience performing musculoskeletal ultrasound
• Proficiency with joint aspirations and injections
• Experience managing osteoporosis and complex autoimmune diseases
• Strong commitment to evidence-based medicine and quality improvement