Rheumatologist

Adelphi StaffingEast Chicago, IN, us

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Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Title : Rheumatologist
Job Type : Permanent – Full-Time
Location : East Chicago, IN
Service Setting : Outpatient and limited inpatient practice
Schedule : Full-time schedule, Monday–Friday
On-Call Expectations : 1 : 4 call rotation, covering a single hospital
Start Date : Negotiable; credentialing required (90–120 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 : 90–120 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

Certifications : BLS and ACLS required

Experience : Experience preferred; new graduates considered

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

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Rheumatologist • East Chicago, IN, us