Rheumatology Physician
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated Rheumatology Physician to join our team at Nevada Regional Medical Center, a rural, community-focused hospital serving a population of approximately 20,000. This position offers the opportunity to establish and grow rheumatology services while improving access to specialty care for patients who currently travel significant distances for treatment. About the Practice Outpatient-focused rheumatology practice Opportunity to build and develop a new specialty service line Diagnose and manage a wide range of rheumatologic conditions, including: Rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis Lupus and autoimmune disorders Psoriatic arthritis Gout and metabolic joint disease Connective tissue disorders Strong referral base from established primary care providers Flexible clinic scheduling Hospital & Community 71-bed rural hospital Established primary care and specialty referral network Patients currently travel over 60 miles for rheumatology services Opportunity to significantly improve local access to specialty care Ideal setting for physicians seeking autonomy and long-term patient relationships Clinical Support & Resources On-site laboratory and imaging services Infusion services available (or opportunity to develop infusion program) Collaborative medical staff and care coordination support Strong transfer relationships with tertiary care centers Administrative support for program growth Qualifications MD or DO, eligible for Missouri medical licensure Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology Eligible for hospital medical staff privileges Interest in rural medicine and program development preferred Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary aligned with specialty practice Relocation assistance available Position may qualify for HRSA loan repayment NRMC provides malpractice insurance CME allowance and professional development support Supportive leadership and collaborative medical staff Why Join Us? This role is ideal for a rheumatologist seeking a slower-paced practice environment, meaningful patient relationships, and the opportunity to create lasting impact by bringing specialty care closer to home for a rural population. For additional information contact: Kylie Bruner – HR Manager; [email protected]; 417.448.3744 or Jennifer Eaton - Executive Assistant; [email protected] ; 417.448.3848
Requirements
- MD or DO, eligible for Missouri medical licensure
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
- Eligible for hospital medical staff privileges
Nice To Haves
- Interest in rural medicine and program development preferred
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage a wide range of rheumatologic conditions, including: Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Lupus and autoimmune disorders, Psoriatic arthritis, Gout and metabolic joint disease, Connective tissue disorders
- Build and develop a new specialty service line
Benefits
- Competitive salary aligned with specialty practice
- Relocation assistance available
- Position may qualify for HRSA loan repayment
- NRMC provides malpractice insurance
- CME allowance and professional development support
- Supportive leadership and collaborative medical staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
