Rheumatology Physician

Position Summary

Avita Health System is seeking a dedicated, Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) Rheumatologist to provide essential outpatient services across Richland and Crawford Counties, Ohio. The practice is directly supported by a robust base of over 45 + employed primary care providers (PCPs) across the service area. This strong internal network ensures a consistent and steady flow of patient referrals, allowing for the rapid establishment of a full practice within a truly integrated healthcare model.

Compensation and Benefits

Avita Health System offers a competitive compensation package designed to support a healthy work-life balance and a significantly lower cost of living area:

• Salary:$350,000 (guaranteed base for the term of the contract)
• Productivity:$62 WRVU productivity bonuses
• Sign-On Incentive: up to $150,000 (including student loans, moving expenses, sign on bonus)
• CME Stipend:$5,000 allowance for Continuing Medical Education
• AUTONOMY with full practice support
• Leadership who VALUE life outside work
• Collaborative administration
• Local decision-making by board members that live in the community
• FLEXIBLE work culture, clinic schedule and time with patients
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (including family coverage)
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • PSLF qualifying employer

The Avita Community Difference:
Lifestyle and Location

Richland and Crawford Counties offer an exceptional blend of rural charm and accessibility to major metropolitan amenities, all within a region known for a significantly lower cost of living than the national average.

Convenient Access to Major Cities and Travel:

The location provides easy access to two major Ohio cities for extended entertainment options, cultural events, and air travel:

• Columbus, OH:
  Approximately a 1 to 1.5-hour drive south, offering access to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
• Cleveland, OH:
  Approximately a 1.5 to 2-hour drive northeast, providing access to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE).

Local Living and Work-Life Balance:

Residents benefit from a quiet, balanced lifestyle with minimal commute times. The area boasts a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere with local parks (like the Crawford Park District), dining, unique shops, and seasonal festivals (e.g., Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival).

County

Median Household Income

Median Property Value/Home Sold Price

Richland

$57,649

$154,000

Crawford

$56,000

$165,000

Be part of a physician and staff culture that is uniquely personal and team-oriented, dedicated to providing the best possible care to every patient.