Rheumatologist
About The Position
JOB OVERVIEW • Job Title: Rheumatologist • Job Type: Permanent – Full-Time • Location: East Chicago, IN • Service Setting: Outpatient and limited inpatient practice • Schedule: Full-time schedule, Monday–Friday • On-Call Expectations: 1:4 call rotation, covering a single hospital • Start Date: Negotiable; credentialing required (90–120 days) PATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE • Patient Demographics: Adult • Average Daily Volume / Census: Varies by outpatient clinic and inpatient consults • Admissions & Rounding: Included for inpatient cases • Consults & Follow-Ups: Yes • Case Mix/Clinical Focus Areas: Rheumatologic conditions including autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders FACILITY & TEAM DETAILS • Beds in Department/Unit: Community Hospital (458 beds) with support across system hospitals • EMR System: Epic • Specialty Backup: Multispecialty support across medicine and surgical lines • Support Staff: Nurse practitioner support in inpatient and outpatient settings • Leadership & Reporting Structure: Reports within physician-led group practice • Reason for Opening: Program growth and expansion CREDENTIALING & COMPLIANCE • Board Requirements: BC/BE in Rheumatology • DEA & Certifications: Active DEA; BLS/ACLS required • Credentialing Timeline: 90–120 days COMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS • Base Salary: Competitive, MGMA-based (negotiable) • Incentive Bonus Structure: RVU-based compensation and contract bonuses • Relocation Assistance: Negotiable • Student Loan Repayment: HRSA Workforce Student Loan Repayment available • CME Allowance: Exceptional CME funds provided • PTO & Holidays: Flexible time off program • Health & Retirement Benefits: • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance available • 403(b) with employer match • Life & Disability Coverage • Malpractice Insurance under favorable state regulations • Licensure reimbursement (license, CSR, DEA, dues, subscriptions) • Sign-on bonus negotiable REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS • Board Status: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology • State License Required: Eligible for Indiana medical license • Certifications: BLS and ACLS required • Experience: Experience preferred; new graduates considered • Additional Requirements: EMR proficiency (Epic); collaborative practice approach DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide comprehensive rheumatology services in both outpatient and inpatient settings • Diagnose and manage autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders • Participate in call rotation (1:4) covering single hospital • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and APPs to deliver patient-centered care • Engage in program development and quality improvement initiatives COMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS • About the Area: Located 30 minutes from downtown Chicago with convenient access to metropolitan amenities • Local Attractions: World-class museums, restaurants, cultural events, and recreational opportunities • School System: Strong public and private school systems in Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland • Housing: Affordable housing options compared to Chicago metro area • Demographic & Professional Profile: Family-friendly community with suburban lifestyle and urban access • Nearby Cities: 30 minutes from Chicago; access to Indiana and Illinois suburbs • Nearest Airport: Chicago Midway International Airport; Chicago O’Hare International Airport • Distance from Airport: Approximately 40 minutes by car
Requirements
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
- Eligible for Indiana medical license
- BLS and ACLS required
- Experience preferred; new graduates considered
- EMR proficiency (Epic); collaborative practice approach
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive rheumatology services in both outpatient and inpatient settings
- Diagnose and manage autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders
- Participate in call rotation (1:4) covering single hospital
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and APPs to deliver patient-centered care
- Engage in program development and quality improvement initiatives
Benefits
- Competitive, MGMA-based (negotiable) base salary
- RVU-based compensation and contract bonuses
- Negotiable relocation assistance
- HRSA Workforce Student Loan Repayment available
- Exceptional CME funds provided
- Flexible time off program
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance available
- 403(b) with employer match
- Life & Disability Coverage
- Malpractice Insurance under favorable state regulations
- Licensure reimbursement (license, CSR, DEA, dues, subscriptions)
- Sign-on bonus negotiable
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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