Physician - Rheumatologist

Community Health Centers of America•Turlock, CA

7h•$300,000 - $375,000•Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Centers of America is hiring a Rheumatologist for its multi-specialty clinic in the Turlock, California area. The position may also involve working in contracted long-term care facilities. The Rheumatologist independently or collaboratively diagnoses and treats diseases affecting the joints, muscles, and bones, including arthritis and autoimmune disorders, in a clinic setting. Community Health Centers of America is a multi-specialty group focused on improving community health through clinical care. It describes its work environment as collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive. The role combines clinical care, patient education, coordination with other healthcare providers, documentation, quality improvement, and administrative responsibilities. The position is in person, with a Monday-to-Friday day schedule. Providers are not required to work evenings or weekends, though night and weekend call coverage is provided as a service. The employer offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a sign-on bonus, paid time off, retirement matching, professional development assistance, and relocation assistance.

Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school and completion of a residency program.
Completion of an accredited rheumatology fellowship.
Board certified or board eligible in Rheumatology.
Active California medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
Three to five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
Current DEA registration.
In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medical best practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Active listening and active learning skills.
Flexibility to work with people of varying ages, personalities, and backgrounds.
Time management skills to see a high number of patients.
Interpersonal skills, compassion, and empathy to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues.
Critical thinking, social perceptiveness, and complex problem-solving skills.
Respect for patient confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a multi-specialty or FQHC setting.

Responsibilities

Obtain, analyze, and interpret patients’ histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop diagnoses.
Diagnose and manage rheumatic diseases, including arthritis, lupus, gout, and other autoimmune disorders.
Recommend diagnostic or therapeutic interventions.
Prescribe and administer treatments, monitor patient progress, and adjust medications as needed.
Detect and respond to adverse drug reactions.
Educate patients and families about managing acute or chronic illnesses, treatments, and medications.
Order, perform, or interpret rheumatology-related diagnostic tests, including laboratory results and imaging scans.
Conduct in-office procedures such as joint injections.
Perform follow-up visits to monitor patients and evaluate care.
Collaborate with primary care and specialty providers to coordinate and maintain continuity of care.
Provide consultative support to providers in the clinic and affiliated facilities.
Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical team meetings.
Support the development of clinical protocols and patient education materials.
Participate in teaching opportunities or case conferences, if applicable.
Supervise or coordinate patient care or support staff activities.
Maintain current knowledge of state legal regulations for practice, regulatory processes, and payer systems.
Use safe and healthy control methods when working with patients and follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures.
Comply with corporate policies and procedures, the facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol, and HIPAA regulations.
Respect cultural and religious practices of minor patients.
Be punctual and dependable for assigned or confirmed shifts.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with benefits
401(k) plan with generous matching
CME allowance
Sign-on bonus
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and voluntary insurance plans
Vacation, holiday, CME, and sick paid time off
Employee assistance program
Loan forgiveness eligibility
Malpractice insurance
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Visa sponsorship
Manageable work schedules without required evening or weekend shifts
Administrative freedom and appropriate support staff
Access to a charting system designed for quick and easy billing, with dictation options including AI and Dragon
Opportunity to work with a diverse range of professionals
Professionally challenging environment with a mix of disease acuity