Physician, Rheumatology - Napa

NorthBay Healthcare Corporation•Napa, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Northbay Health is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Rheumatologist to join Northbay Napa Medical Group in Napa, California. The role is primarily outpatient, with inpatient consultations and follow-ups as needed, and offers a flexible clinic schedule with administrative time. The physician will work alongside a nearly 200-bed acute care hospital with a Level III trauma center, regional heart and orthopedic centers, and an accredited cancer center, as part of a collaborative multispecialty team serving the Napa Valley community. The position supports a comprehensive rheumatology practice covering inflammatory arthritis, systemic autoimmune diseases, crystal arthropathies, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and other musculoskeletal conditions. The physician will use in-office joint injection and aspiration capabilities, on-site imaging and diagnostic services, infusion services for biologic therapies, and electronic health record-supported care coordination. Northbay Health describes its mission as providing accessible, high-quality care and ensuring patients and families feel valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.

Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship.
Board-certified or board-eligible in Rheumatology through ABIM or an AOA-recognized osteopathic board.
Active and unrestricted California medical license, or eligibility to obtain one before starting.
Current DEA registration with a California address, or ability to obtain one before starting.
Experience managing common and complex rheumatologic conditions.
Proficiency in joint injections, aspirations, and biologic treatments.
Strong clinical diagnostic skills in musculoskeletal and autoimmune disorders.
Proficiency with electronic health records.
Strong communication and teamwork skills and a patient-centered approach.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

Epic and/or Cerner experience.
New Rheumatology fellowship graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and manage a broad range of rheumatic, autoimmune, and musculoskeletal conditions.
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic joint injections and aspirations.
Manage biologic, targeted, and infusion therapies.
Coordinate and communicate with primary care providers, specialists, nursing and clinical staff, and Advanced Practice Providers to provide comprehensive care.
Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment options, lifestyle changes, chronic disease management, and improving quality of life.
Stay current on research and therapeutic advances and apply evidence-based practices.
Participate in quality and clinical research initiatives as opportunities arise.
Provide inpatient consultations and follow-ups as needed.