Rheumatology Physician
About the role
The University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville is seeking a board certified Rheumatologist to join their growing academic division. This position offers an ideal blend of academic engagement and clinical practice in one of the most scenic and livable regions in the southeast.
Responsibilities
- Enjoy a collaborative environment with limited inpatient call, restricted to rheumatology consults and shared among five faculty members
- Onsite clinical pharmacist support
- Weekly division meetings for case discussion and shared learning
- Opportunities to rotate through satellite clinics
- Dedicated research staff to support scholarly activity
- Affordable opportunities to teach and mentor medical students and residents
Requirements
As the region's academic medical center, UT Medical Center provides a vibrant setting for clinical excellence, education, and innovation. Located just across the Tennessee River from the University of Tennessee campus, Knoxville offers access to world-class college sports, theater, and the arts, along with a thriving restaurant scene and a remarkably low cost of living. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate being just a short drive from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, one of the most visited national parks in the country.
Qualifications
- Board certified in Rheumatology
- Experience in academic medicine preferred
- Strong commitment to teaching and mentoring
Benefits
- Vibrant setting for clinical excellence, education, and innovation
- Access to world-class college sports, theater, and the arts
- Thriving restaurant scene and low cost of living
- Opportunities to explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Pay
Competitive compensation package
Schedule
Flexible schedule to accommodate academic responsibilities and clinical practice
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Employee assistance program