Rheumatology position in: Rutland, VT

Rheumatology Opportunity Location: Rutland, VT • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with autoimmune, inflammatory, rheumatic, and musculoskeletal conditions • Provide comprehensive specialty care primarily in the outpatient setting, with consultation support for hospitalized patients as needed Manage conditions including: o Rheumatoid arthritis o Lupus o Gout o Vasculitis o Osteoporosis o Other rheumatic and inflammatory disorders • Provide evidence-based, patient-centered care focused on symptom control, disease modification, functional improvement, and long-term disease management • Collaborate closely with primary care providers and other specialists to coordinate comprehensive patient care Clinical Responsibilities • Perform comprehensive medical histories and detailed physical examinations • Evaluate disease activity, functional status, and treatment response Order, interpret, and integrate: o Laboratory testing o Imaging studies o Bone health assessments o Other diagnostic studies • Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans • Provide pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment recommendations Prescribe and manage: o Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) o Biologic agents o Corticosteroids o Other immunomodulatory therapies • Monitor treatment efficacy, medication safety, and potential side effects Perform office-based procedures within scope of practice, including: o Joint injections o Joint aspirations o Other rheumatology-related procedures as clinically indicated • Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medication risks and benefits, disease self-management, and long-term follow-up • Provide timely consultations, follow-up care, and clinical recommendations • Review referral information and communicate treatment plans with referring providers Collaboration & Practice Support Work collaboratively with: o Primary care providers o Specialty physicians o Nursing staff o Rehabilitation professionals o Other members of the healthcare team • Coordinate comprehensive and continuous patient care • Participate in peer collaboration and clinical initiatives • Support quality improvement and patient safety programs • Participate in utilization management and evidence-based practice initiatives • Contribute to organizational committees and initiatives as assigned Documentation & Compliance • Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic medical record • Ensure documentation meets organizational, payer, and regulatory requirements • Support regulatory compliance and quality standards • Promote appropriate utilization of healthcare resources Call & Additional Responsibilities • Participate in call coverage as assigned • Provide consultation support for hospitalized patients when needed • Participate in organizational initiatives and committee work • Support the organization's mission of providing accessible, high-quality, patient-centered rheumatology care