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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
JOB OVERVIEW
PATIENT INFORMATION
FACILITY INFORMATION
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
JOB REQUIREMENTS
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Job Title: Rheumatologist
- Job Type: Locum Tenens
- Location: Fort Myers, FL
- Service Setting: Outpatient
- Coverage Type: Clinical Only
- Coverage Period: 04/08/2026 08/31/2026
- Clinical Shift Schedule: Monday Friday, 7:30a 4:00p COVERAGE DATES
- April 8, 2026 August 31, 2026
- Monday through Friday daytime clinic coverage
- No weekend coverage required
PATIENT INFORMATION
- Patient Demographics: Adults
- Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 16 patients per day
- Case Mix: Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, vasculitis, gout, and connective tissue disorders
FACILITY INFORMATION
- Facility Type: Outpatient Rheumatology Clinics
- Office Equipment Available: Standard rheumatology clinic equipment
- Specialty Backup Available: Multispecialty Lee Health network
- Support Staff Available: Pharmacy staff, Medical Assistants (MA), and Customer Service Representatives (CSR)
- Reason for Coverage: Supplemental locum coverage across ambulatory rheumatology sites
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
- Additional Compliance: Provider must obtain NICA coverage for 2026 and submit proof of payment
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES
- Evaluation and management of rheumatologic conditions
- Ordering and interpretation of laboratory testing
- Ordering and interpretation of imaging and diagnostic studies
- Management of chronic autoimmune and inflammatory disorders
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Licenses: Active Florida Medical License
- Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
- DEA: Required
- Certifications: BLS (AHA required)
- Experience: Prior outpatient rheumatology experience preferred
- Other Qualifications: Updated CV and attestation required for submission; telehealth experience not required
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide outpatient rheumatology care for new and established patients
- Diagnose and treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, vasculitis, and gout
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and diagnostic studies
- Manage daily in-basket messages and patient communications
- Deliver care across multiple Lee Health outpatient rheumatology clinic locations
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