Rheumatology Physician

Join Our Dynamic Healthcare Team as a Locum Rheumatologist in Jackson, MI

Are you a compassionate and experienced Rheumatologist looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible schedule? Henry Ford Jackson invites board-certified Rheumatologists with fellowship training to provide quality adult and geriatric care in a supportive, patient-centered environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice in a Level 2 trauma setting, managing a diverse patient population with the support of dedicated clinical staff.

Position Overview:

Be part of a dedicated rheumatology team providing comprehensive care through outpatient clinics and hospital-based call coverage. You'll manage approximately 16-18 patients per day in the clinic, perform joint aspirations and corticosteroid injections, and handle hospital consults during your 24-hour call shifts. The ability to start promptly, with credentialing expected within 90-120 days, is ideal, and you will have the flexibility of working 4 10-hour shifts or 5 8-hour shifts, complemented by hospital call two weeks out of each month (1:2 ratio).

This ongoing locum assignment is designed to fit your schedule and contribute to improving patient outcomes in the Jackson community.

Required Skills:

• Board Certification in Rheumatology
• Fellowship training in Rheumatology
• Proven experience managing adult and geriatric patients
• Proficiency with Epic Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Ability to perform joint aspirations and corticosteroid injections
• Strong communication and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Nice to Have

Skills:

• Prior experience in hospital-based consults
• Familiarity with Level 2 trauma settings
• Experience working in a diverse patient population

Preferred

Education and Experience:

• Medical degree (MD or DO)
• Active state medical license (or eligibility)
• Minimum 2 years of post-fellowship clinical practice in Rheumatology
• Prior locum or hospital-based experience is advantageous

Other Requirements:

• Credentialing timeframe of approximately 90-120 days
• Ability to work within a team supported by medical assistants, nurses, and administrative staff
• Willingness to consider local providers or those eligible for travel reimbursement (flight, hotel, rental car, mileage)
• Compliance with all applicable licensure and certification requirements

This is your chance to contribute to high-quality patient care in a vibrant community while enjoying competitive benefits and flexible scheduling. Take the next step in your medical career apply now and become part of our dedicated team committed to excellence.

Hourly Pay Rate: $0.00

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply