Rheumatologist

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (OH); On-site; USD 210,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits provided

403B retirement match program

CME time off and annual allowance

Short term disability plan

Job summary

United Hospital Center in North Central West Virginia seeks a rheumatologist to join a stable, patient‑focused practice caring for inflammatory and autoimmune diseases with a strong support staff.

The hospital‑employed role offers a guaranteed base salary plus bonus incentives, a four‑day work week, comprehensive health benefits, retirement matching, CME time, and recruitment incentives. Bridgeport life combines community charm with regional access.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and eligible for state medical license
• Completed residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Rheumatology
• Board certified or eligible in Rheumatology by ABIM

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases such as osteoporosis, tendinitis, lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
• Develop and administer treatment plans for musculoskeletal or autoimmune conditions and prescribe medications to relieve symptoms.

Education

MD/DO degree or foreign equivalent

Residency in Internal Medicine

Fellowship in Rheumatology

Board certification in Rheumatology (ABIM)

Job description

RheumatologistJoin a well-established rheumatology practice in North Central West Virginia where you can have a significant impact in the lives of your patients and experience why

Niche.com

has named Bridgeport as the best place to live in the state.UHC Rheumatology

has a strong reputation for providing excellent care to a patient base of close to 300,000. Be part of a team of dedicated physicians and advanced practice providers and support staff that provide care for a wide range of rheumatologic conditions. Find out more about UHC Rheumatology at .

Duties

• Successful candidates will diagnose and treat patients with with inflammatory rheumatic disease such as osteoporosis, tendinitis, lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.


• Developing and administering treatment plans for patients with musculoskeletal or autoimmune conditions and prescribing medications to relieve symptoms and discomfort.

Qualifications

• Successful candidates must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible to obtain a state medical license.


• Applicants must have completed an accredited residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Rheumatology.


• Applicants must be board certified or eligible in Rheumatology by the American Board of Internal Medicine.


• All qualifications must be met at the time of appointment.

Opportunity Highlights

• Clinic located on campus of non-profit, 300 bed new hospital facility


• Consultative practice with limited inpatient consults


• Four day per week full-time schedule


• Hospital employed with guaranteed base salary plus bonus incentives


• Significant recruitment incentives with an initial multi-year contract

Benefits Overview

• Comprehensive health benefits provided by WVU Medicine


• 403B retirement match program with optional 457B plan


• CME time off and annual allowance


• Short term disability plan covering 100% base salary for up to 6 months


• UHC is a member of WVU Medicine

West Virginia's premier provider of advanced specialty care and the state's only academic medical center . WVU Medicine is West Virginia University's affiliated health system. Through its twenty+ hospitals, five institutes, and many affiliates, WVU Medicine provides comprehensive healthcare services to all of West Virginia, Southeast Ohio, Western Maryland, and Southwest Pennsylvania.

Community Highlights

Bridgeport is an economically strong and vibrant community, as it is home to government and private enterprises that includes the FBI, energy, aerospace and health care. Located less than two hours south of Pittsburgh, PA, and within easy driving distance of several mid-Atlantic and Midwest cities, Bridgeport offers residents the best of small-town America with the top ranked high school in the state according to Niche.com . This North Central West Virginia community offers ease of access to incredible recreational opportunities, with West Virginia earning accolades from Condé Nast Traveler and Time magazine as one of the best places to travel.

EEO Statement

We are an EOE/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, veteran status or other protected status.