Rheumatology Physician

JOB OVERVIEW

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Job Title:

Rheumatologist

• Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

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Location:

East Chicago, IN

• Service Setting:
Outpatient and limited inpatient practice

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Schedule:

Full-time schedule, Monday Friday

• On-Call Expectations: 1:4 call rotation, covering a single hospital

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Start Date:

Negotiable; credentialing required ( days)

PATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE

• Patient Demographics:
Adult

• Average Daily Volume / Census:
Varies by outpatient clinic and inpatient consults

• Admissions & Rounding:
Included for inpatient cases

• Consults & Follow-Ups:
Yes

• Case Mix/Clinical Focus Areas:
Rheumatologic conditions including autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders

FACILITY & TEAM DETAILS

• Beds in Department/Unit:
Community Hospital (458 beds) with support across system hospitals

• EMR System:
Epic

• Specialty Backup:
Multispecialty support across medicine and surgical lines

• Support Staff:
Nurse practitioner support in inpatient and outpatient settings

• Leadership & Reporting Structure:
Reports within physician-led group practice

• Reason for Opening:
Program growth and expansion

CREDENTIALING & COMPLIANCE

• Board Requirements: BC/BE in Rheumatology

• DEA &

Certifications:

Active DEA; BLS/ACLS required

• Credentialing Timeline: days

COMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS

• Base Salary:
Competitive, MGMA-based (negotiable)

• Incentive Bonus Structure: RVU-based compensation and contract bonuses

• Relocation Assistance:
Negotiable

• Student Loan Repayment: HRSA Workforce Student Loan Repayment available

• CME Allowance:
Exceptional CME funds provided

• PTO & Holidays:
Flexible time off program

• Health & Retirement Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance available

• 403(b) with employer match

• Life & Disability Coverage

• Malpractice Insurance under favorable state regulations

• Licensure reimbursement (license, CSR, DEA, dues, subscriptions)

• Sign-on bonus negotiable

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Board Status:
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology

• State License

Required:

Eligible for Indiana medical license

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Certifications:

BLS and ACLS required

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Experience:

Experience preferred; new graduates considered

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Additional Requirements:

EMR proficiency (Epic); collaborative practice approach

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive rheumatology services in both outpatient and inpatient settings

• Diagnose and manage autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders

• Participate in call rotation (1:4) covering single hospital

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and APPs to deliver patient-centered care

• Engage in program development and quality improvement initiatives

COMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

• About the Area:
Located 30 minutes from downtown Chicago with convenient access to metropolitan amenities

• Local Attractions:
World-class museums, restaurants, cultural events, and recreational opportunities

• School System:
Strong public and private school systems in Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland

• Housing:
Affordable housing options compared to Chicago metro area

• Demographic & Professional Profile:
Family-friendly community with suburban lifestyle and urban access

• Nearby Cities: 30 minutes from Chicago; access to Indiana and Illinois suburbs

• Nearest Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport;
Chicago O Hare International Airport

• Distance from Airport:
Approximately 40 minutes by car