Locum Tenens Rheumatologist – Outpatient | No Call | Atlanta, GA
Updated 10/24/26
30354, Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Physician
Rheumatology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
Other
MD/DO
Residency/Fellowship/Externship
Position Type
Moonlighting
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Inpatient
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
2 years
Job description
Job description
We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Rheumatologist for a locum tenens opportunity with Kaiser Permanente serving the Southwood Comprehensive Medical Center and Glenlake Comprehensive Specialty Center in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This outpatient assignment offers a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, no call responsibilities, and the opportunity to care for patients with a wide range of rheumatologic conditions.
The ideal candidate is an experienced rheumatologist who is comfortable working at two clinic locations and providing high-quality, patient-centered care using the Epic EMR system.
Job Responsibilities
Develop individualized treatment plans for acute and chronic musculoskeletal and inflammatory conditions.
Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic evaluations.
Administer or coordinate infusion therapies and other specialty treatments as appropriate.
Educate patients on disease management, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
Collaborate with primary care physicians and specialty providers to ensure coordinated care.
Document patient encounters accurately using Epic EMR.
Maintain compliance with clinical guidelines and Kaiser Permanente standards of care.
Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology.
Active Georgia medical license (or ability to obtain licensure).
Current DEA registration, if required.
Previous outpatient rheumatology experience required.
Comfortable practicing at multiple clinic locations.
Experience with Epic EMR preferred.
Excellent communication and patient care skills.
Working Hours
End Date: October 30, 2026
Coverage Type: No Call
Practice Setting: Outpatient
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Patient Volume: Approximately 15 patients per day
Hospital Privileges Required: No
Coverage at Two Clinic Locations: Required
Skills
Autoimmune disease management.
Musculoskeletal examination and evaluation.
Joint injection and aspiration experience preferred.
Patient education and chronic disease management.
Epic EMR documentation.
Strong communication and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Ability to work efficiently across multiple outpatient clinic locations.
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