Rheumatologist

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 247,000 - 372,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company contribution

CME reimbursement

Paid time off

Medical, dental coverage

Life insurance

Loan forgiveness

Malpractice coverage

FSAs

Visa sponsorship

HNSLRP available

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi and North Central Bronx seek a full-time Rheumatologist to join the Division of Rheumatology, an academic practice connected with Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The group serves a large patient population and offers a broad spectrum of lupus, arthritis, and musculoskeletal care.

The role includes supervision of fellows, residents, and medical students, with opportunities for loan forgiveness and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Internal Medicine.
• Board certification or eligibility in Rheumatology.
• Active New York State medical license.
• Spanish preferred, but not required.
• Ultrasound training preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient rheumatology care.
• Supervise fellows, residents, and medical students.
• Collaborate with departments and maintain high clinical standards.

Skills

Board certification in Internal Med

Board certification or eligibility in

Job description

Provider Careers at NYC Health + Hospitals

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is adding a Rheumatologist to the group at NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi and North Central Bronx. Jacobi Medical Center is a 457-bed, Level I Trauma Center and North Central Bronx Hospital (NCB) has 213 licensed beds. To this day, Jacobi and NCB remain respected leaders in emergency medicine, trauma surgery, burn care, pediatrics, primary care, and women’s health. The hospital maintains a strong academic affiliation with Albert Einstein College of Medicine to maintain its high healthcare delivery standards.

The mission of NYC Health + Hospitals is to provide comprehensive health services of the highest quality to all New Yorkers, regardless of ability to pay, in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity, and the system has established the ICARE standards for all staff.

NYC Health + Hospitals is the nation’s largest municipal healthcare delivery system in the United States. It is dedicated to providing the highest quality care to all New Yorkers with compassion, dignity, and respect, regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.

Opportunity Details:

Seeking a full-time Clinical Educator to join the Department of Medicine.

The Division of Rheumatology is an academic practice sponsored by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and supported by Montefiore Medical Center Rheumatology Fellows.

The practice includes both inpatient and outpatient care, and involves clinical supervision of fellows, residents, and medical students.

At its peak, the practice serves 1,700 unique patients between the two hospitals, with 52 patients receiving routine biologic infusion therapy.

The division includes active Lupus Clinics, Joint Pain Clinics, Ultrasound Evaluation and Treatment Clinics, and Arthritis Clinics.

The Jacobi inpatient service averages 7 consults per day, while North Central Bronx averages 3–5 consults per day.

The service is a division of the Department of Medicine with a vision to expand to four full-time Rheumatologists.

The Department of Medicine comprises approximately 110 full‑time physicians and 162 medical residents, across 15 divisions covering all medical specialties.

Jacobi and North Central Bronx are teaching sites for eight fellowships under the Albert Einstein College of Medicine–Montefiore program.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Internal Medicine.
• Board certification or eligibility in Rheumatology.
• Active New York State medical license.
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred, but not required.
• Ultrasound training preferred, but not required.

Wages and Benefits include:

Annual Base Salary: $247,000* (Board Eligible) and $252,000* (Board Certified) based on 40‑hour work week. Additional compensation available for extra call or sessional/per diem hours.

The annual total value of the compensation package is estimated at $367,220** (Board Eligible) and $372,720** (Board Certified), which includes the baseline salary, 401(k) contribution, sessional/per diem hours, and other factors as set forth below:

• Estimated annual compensation for 10 additional sessional/per diem hours worked per week is $55,520.
• Projected bonus of up to $40,000 (based on previous year’s average), contingent upon meeting quality and productivity targets.
• 401(k) Company Contribution (subject to IRS contribution limits):
  • Employees are immediately vested in a 3% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.
  • After one year of service, employees receive an additional 7% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.
• Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reimbursement.
• Generous Annual Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and CME days.
• Medical, Prescription, and Dental Coverage: Top‑tier plans with employee contributions significantly below market rates.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage: Equal to 2x salary (up to a maximum of $300,000) provided at no cost to you.
• Additional employee‑paid Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage is available for you and your family.
• Loan Forgiveness: Position may be eligible for loan forgiveness through certain state or federal programs.
• Medical Malpractice Coverage (equivalent to occurrence‑based): Provided at no cost to the employee.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Pre‑tax employee‑paid contributions for commuting expenses.
• Visa sponsorship will be considered for this position.
• This position is eligible for the High Needs Specialty Loan Repayment Program (HNSLRP) for physicians meeting eligibility criteria. For more information on the HNSLRP, please click here.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation, serving more than a million New Yorkers annually. Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable hiring practices and a supportive workplace. All candidates are considered based on their individual qualifications, potential, and experience. To learn more about our culture and ongoing workplace practices, please visit our Workplace Culture | PAGNY page.

*Salary Disclosure Information:

The salary listed for this position complies with New York City’s Salary Transparency Law for Job Advertisements. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, historical performance, and other relevant criteria.

**The annual total value of the compensation package shown is provided as an illustration and is not guaranteed.

This role is employed by PAGNY at NYC Health + Hospitals. You will be redirected to the PAGNY career site to complete the application process.

JOB DETAILS

Annual Base Salary based on a 40‑hour work week: $247,000* - $252,000*

Position type: Full‑Time

Department: (not provided)

Category: (not provided)

Posted: Jul 16, 2026

Estimated total value of compensation package: $367,220** (Board Eligible) and $372,720** (Board Certified)

Estimated compensation for 10 sessional hours/week: $55,520

Average faculty practice plan bonus amount: $40,000 Illustrative, not a guarantee of performance based pay

LOCATION

NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi

1400 Pelham Parkway South, Bronx, NY 10461

ABOUT PAGNY

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest public health system in the United States.

PAGNY is committed to recruiting and retaining productive and enthusiastic physicians and promotes our health professionals’ wellness.