Locum Rheumatologist

Seeking a Locum Rheumatologist to begin as soon as credentialed to provide adult and geriatric rheumatology care in a clinic-based practice with hospital call responsibilities. The assignment is ongoing due to a current vacancy, with an anticipated start closer to April based on credentialing timelines.

Practice Setting

Office/clinic with hospital-based call
Supported by MA, RN, and front desk staff
Trauma Level II facility
EMR: Epic

Schedule & Call

Clinic schedule: 4×10-hour shifts or 5×8-hour shifts
Call: 24-hour hospital call, Tuesday–Monday
Call frequency: 2 weeks per month (1:2 call ratio)

Patient Volume

Clinic: 16–18 patients per day
Hospital: Approximately 1 case per day

Clinical Responsibilities & Procedures

Adult and geriatric rheumatology care
Joint aspirations
Corticosteroid injections
Inpatient rheumatology consults as needed

Team Structure

1 Rheumatologist on staff
Dedicated MA, RN, and front desk support

Credentialing

Timeframe: 90–120 days
NPDB self-query required within 30 days of presentation

Requirements

Board Certified in Rheumatology
Fellowship-trained in Rheumatology
Active Michigan medical license
BLS certification
Ability to perform joint aspirations and corticosteroid injections
Familiarity with Epic EMR (preferred)

Travel

Local providers preferred
Travel reimbursement may be considered (flight, lodging, rental car, mileage)

Locum Rheumatology Physician needed in Jackson, Michigan!

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