Rheumatologist

Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Rheumatologist to join the expanding specialty team at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Maine. The role offers an opportunity to build and grow a rheumatology service line in a supportive, collaborative environment with strong referral networks and administrative backing. The physician will provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of rheumatologic and autoimmune disorders in outpatient and limited inpatient settings. Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. Its system includes Central Maine Medical Center, a 250-bed nonprofit regional referral hospital, as well as Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, each a 25-bed critical access hospital. The organization also includes the Maine College of Health Professions. The role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a sign-on bonus of up to $25,000 for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply. A reasonable compensation estimate is $278,000 to $315,000. Exact starting compensation depends on factors including skills, applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure. Relocation assistance may be available, and qualified physicians employed by the nonprofit organization may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, subject to federal program requirements.

Requirements

MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency.
Completion of a Rheumatology fellowship.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology.
Eligible for medical licensure in Maine.
DEA registration.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and manage autoimmune and inflammatory disorders, including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout and crystal arthropathies, vasculitis, and connective tissue diseases.
Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, including biologic and immunomodulatory therapies.
Perform joint injections and musculoskeletal assessments.
Collaborate with Primary Care, Orthopedics, Nephrology, Dermatology, and other specialties.
Participate in multidisciplinary care coordination.
Maintain accurate documentation within the EMR system.
Engage in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Optionally participate in teaching, research, or community outreach initiatives.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $25,000 for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
Competitive compensation package.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
Malpractice coverage with tail.
Retirement plan with employer contribution.
Paid time off.
CME allowance.
Relocation assistance may be available.
Loan forgiveness opportunities.
Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for qualified physicians, subject to federal requirements.