$275/hr Rheumatology Locums in Michigan.
Updated 1/15/26
Jackson, Michigan, United States
Physician
Rheumatology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Facility in Jackson, MI seeking Rheumatology locums coverage
Rates: $275/hr
A facility in Jackson, MI is seeking a Board Certified Rheumatologist for locum tenens coverage to support an active outpatient clinic with associated hospital call coverage. This opportunity provides adult and geriatric rheumatology care with strong clinical support and a balanced clinic/call schedule.
Position Details
Specialty: Rheumatology
Position Type: Locum Tenens
Practice Setting: Office clinic with hospital-based call
Location: Jackson, Michigan
Reason for Coverage: Current vacancy
Coverage Duration: ASAP – Ongoing
Anticipated Start: Facility would like coverage beginning February 1; due to credentialing timelines, realistic start is closer to April.
Schedule and Call
Clinic schedule options include:
4 × 10-hour clinic shifts, or 5 × 8-hour clinic shifts
Hospital call consists of 24-hour call coverage, Tuesday–Monday, two weeks per month with a 1:2 call ratio.
Patient Volume
Clinic: Approximately 16–18 patients per day
Hospital: Approximately 1 inpatient consult per day
Clinical Responsibilities and Procedures
Provide adult and geriatric rheumatology care
Perform joint aspirations and corticosteroid injections
Collaborate with hospital services as needed during call coverage
Practice Environment
Trauma Level II facility
Group includes 1 rheumatologist with full support from MA, RN, and front desk staff
EMR system: Epic
Credentialing
Estimated credentialing timeframe is approximately 90–120 days.
Travel
Local providers are preferred; travel reimbursement may be considered for flight, hotel, rental car, and mileage.
Requirements
Board Certified in Rheumatology – required
Fellowship-trained in Rheumatology – required
Active Michigan medical license – required
BLS certification – required
Ability to perform clinic and hospital-based rheumatology procedures, including joint aspirations and corticosteroid injections – required
Experience with Epic EMR – preferred
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