Rheumatologist - Elkton, MD

ChristianaCare; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Rheumatologist to join their team in Elkton, MD. This role offers a unique opportunity to treat complex cases while enjoying a balanced work-life with remote appointment options. The organization is recognized for its commitment to patient care and innovation, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. With competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field. Join a forward-thinking health system that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a team that truly cares for the community.

Benefits

Health, dental and vision benefits

Annual bonus incentives

Loan repayment eligibility

403(b) with company match

Fully paid malpractice insurance

12 weeks paid parental leave

Generous Time Away from Practice

Employee wellness program

Qualifications

• Must be BC/BE in Rheumatology and licensed in Maryland and Delaware.
• Ability to meet credentialing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients at an award-winning community hospital.
• Opportunity for remote appointments and teaching residents.

Skills

Rheumatology

Patient Care

Teaching

Education

Board Certified in Rheumatology

Medical Degree

Job description

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Rheumatologist - Elkton, MD

Apply locations Elkton Maryland time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago time left to apply End Date: June 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition id JR75650

Job Details

ChristianaCare, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare, is actively recruiting a BE/BC Rheumatologist to join our ChristianaCare Union practice located in Elkton, MD.

Elkton is a prominent historical town located near the Chesapeake Bay in Cecil County, Maryland. The town is conveniently located 53 miles from Baltimore, 55 miles from Philadelphia, and 8 miles from Newark, Delaware.ChristianaCare promises a new era of growth, innovation, and excellence in health care for the residents of Cecil County, Maryland and neighboring communities in Delaware and southern Pennsylvania.

Why ChristianaCare?

• President/CEO Dr. Janice Nevin named among 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives in 2023 By Modern Healthcare
• Named among Forbes Best Employer for Diversity & Inclusion in The U.S. For 2023
• Achieved Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award In 2023
• “At Christiana Care, our mission is simple and profound- we take care of people”-Janice E. Nevin, M.D., MPH- President and CEO

Position Highlights:

• Treat patients at ChristianaCare's Union Hospital, an award-winning, not-for-profit community hospital located nearby in Elkton, MD
• Opportunity includes a broad array of duties with significant time for remote appointments and opportunity to teach residents and medical students
• Join established practice treating the region’s most complex cases
• Become part of a large, financially-sound health system and employed medical group

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary, annual bonus incentives, loan repayment eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), plus sign-on bonus
• Health, dental and vision benefits
• Generous Time Away from Practice (TAP) program for CME, planned, and unplanned time off.
• 403(b) (with company match), 457b and Defined Contribution Plans
• Fully paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• 12 weeks paid parental leave.
• Robust employee wellness program including a variety of membership and discount options.

Position Qualifications

• BC/BE Rheumatology
• Must have the ability to be licensed in the State of Maryland and Delaware and meet credentialing requirements

About ChristianaCare

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, ChristianaCare is one of the country's most dynamic health care organizations! ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of primary care and outpatient services, home health care, urgent care centers, three hospitals (1,336 beds), a freestanding emergency department, a Level I trauma center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women's health.

ChristianaCare is rated by Forbes as the 2nd best health system for diversity and inclusion, and the 29th best health system to work for in the United States, and by IDG Computerworld as one of the nation's Best Places to Work in IT. ChristianaCare is rated by Healthgrades as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals and continually ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, and other national quality ratings.

Living in and around Delaware offers varied and affordable housing options in DE, PA, MD, or NJ. Connected by Amtrak and I-95 this region is a hub for excellent restaurants, entertainment and sporting venues, cultural events and some of the nation's best colleges and universities. Our location puts you within 1-3 hours of four international airports, major cities including Philadelphia, New York City and Washington, D.C., popular beach towns in MD, DE and NJ and popular ski resorts in PA and NY.

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Post End Date

Jun 30, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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About Us

Christiana Hospital, Newark, Delaware.

This 1,007-bed, 1.3-million-square-foot modern facility provides a level of care only available in large-scale teaching hospitals. Christiana Hospital includes Delaware's only Level-I Trauma center (as verified by the American College of Surgeons), which is prepared to handle the most extreme medical emergencies. In fact, it is the only Level-I Trauma center on the East Coast corridor between Baltimore and Philadelphia. Christiana Hospital has also been nationally recognized in U.S. News & World Report's Best Regional Hospitals rankings as #1 in Delaware and #3 in the Philadelphia metro area, plus High Performing in 9 Adult Procedures/Conditions