Locum Physician; MD​/DO - Rheumatology

Doctor of Medicine | Rheumatology
Location: Arkansas Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

Locum Jobs Online  is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Rheumatology MD in Arkansas! We are seeking a Rheumatologist for a locum tenens assignment in Arkansas beginning Feb 16, 2026. This opportunity offers clinic and call coverage, Monday through Friday, 7am to 4pm, with 24-hour call after clinic and flexible scheduling options. The assignment is 84 days in length and involves treating a diverse rheumatology case mix.

Providers with at least 2 years of experience and a clean background are highly preferred.

• Location:
  
  Arkansas
• Start Date:
  
  Feb 16, 2026
• LOA: 84 days
• Provider Type Needed:
  Rheumatologist
• Schedule:
  
  Monday to Friday, 7am-4pm (clinic) plus 24-hour call after clinic; weeknight call (4pm-7am) and weekend call (24 hours, 7am-7am); ideally 2 weeks per month, but will consider 1 week per month or full-time

• Provide comprehensive rheumatology care in a clinic setting
• Participate in call coverage as required
• Manage cases including fibromyalgia, gout, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus, myositis, and lupus
• Conduct consults and follow-up appointments
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as needed

• Arkansas medical license required
• Board certification in Rheumatology required
• Ideally seeking candidates with 2+ years of experience
• Must be open to ongoing coverage and flexible scheduling
• Clean background highly preferred, but not required

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.