Physician- Rheumatologist

Arcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 250,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

License renewal assistance

Continuing Education reimbursement

Job summary

Arcare is seeking a compassionate Rheumatologist to join our medical provider team in Arkansas. You will diagnose, treat, and manage autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders across the lifespan.

The ideal candidate will have an MD or DO, fellowship in Rheumatology, board eligibility, Arkansas license, and strong clinical judgment. CPR certification and residency credentials are required, with a commitment to collaborative care.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Residency in Internal Medicine with fellowship in Rheumatology.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology (preferred).
• Current medical license in the state of Arkansas.
• CPR certification required upon employment or within the first 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe or administer rheumatologic care to treat or manage disease and improve patient outcomes.
• Order, perform, and interpret laboratory studies, imaging, and other diagnostic tests.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans, including biologic and immunosuppressive therapies.
• Maintain accurate records of patient information and treatment plans.
• Explain medical procedures, test results, and treatments to patients and families.
• Advise patients on disease management, lifestyle changes, and preventive care strategies.
• Refer patients to specialists when needed.
• Coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, and other staff.
• Work with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Record-keeping

Education

MD/DO degree

Residency Internal Medicine

Fellowship Rheumatology

Board Certified/Eligible in Rheumatology

Arkansas medical license

CPR certification

Job description

Rheumatologist

Full‑time

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited medical school with a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) degree.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in Internal Medicine and fellowship training in Rheumatology.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology (preferred).
• Current medical license in the state of Arkansas.
• Experience as a Rheumatologist (preferred).
• CPR certification required upon employment or within the first 3 months of employment.
• Must reside in the service area.

Job Summary

Discover a rewarding career at Arcare. Arcare is seeking a compassionate and skilled Rheumatologist to join our dedicated medical provider team. In this role, you will diagnose, treat, and manage patients with autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders. The ideal candidate will be committed to improving patient outcomes through comprehensive evaluation, evidence‑based treatment, and collaborative care while providing high‑quality rheumatologic services to patients across the lifespan.

Key Responsibilities

• Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, injections, infusions, and other specialized rheumatologic care to treat or manage disease and improve patient outcomes.
• Order, perform, and interpret laboratory studies, imaging, and other diagnostic tests to evaluate and monitor rheumatologic conditions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary, including management of biologic and immunosuppressive therapies.
• Maintain accurate records of patient information, including medical history, examination results, and treatment plans.
• Explain medical procedures, test results, and treatments to patients and their families.
• Advise patients on disease management, lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, and preventive care strategies.
• Refer patients to specialists or other healthcare practitioners when needed.
• Coordinate and direct activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
• Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including primary care providers, nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, and psychologists, to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative healthcare team.
• Compassionate and patient‑centered approach to care.
• Strong organizational and record‑keeping skills.

Benefits

Arcare offers competitive pay and a strong company‑paid benefits package for full‑time employees, including:

• Work‑life balance through a predictable schedule. Schedules are established early and rarely change, so employees enjoy a steady workweek rhythm.
• No routine nights or weekends for most positions. (Some clinical roles may have limited weekend coverage based on clinic needs.)
• Company‑paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free care at any Arcare clinic for employees and covered family members enrolled in the Arcare health plan, starting the first day of employment.
• Company‑paid life insurance and long‑term disability coverage.
• 96 hours of paid vacation time for full‑time employees who work 40 hours per week. Accrual begins on the first day of employment.
• 96 hours of paid sick time for full‑time employees who work 40 hours per week. Accrual begins on the first day of employment. Accrual rates increase upon tenure.
• Paid holidays, including one floating holiday and one birthday holiday to be used during the month of the employee’s birthday.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching up to 200% of the employee's contribution of up to 4% after one year of employment.
• Company‑paid renewal of applicable licenses and certifications, subject to supervisor and HR approval based on the employee’s position and job duties.
• Possible Continuing Education reimbursement for current employees, subject to supervisor and HR approval based on the employee’s position and job duties.

Loan Repayment Opportunities

Many Arcare locations serve medically underserved communities. Eligible clinical team members may qualify for federal loan repayment programs through HRSA, including the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program and the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program. Eligibility and award approval are determined by HRSA based on role, location, discipline, and program requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Arcare is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.