Rheumatologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Maine

LocumTenens.com; Maine; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Part time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks an MD rheumatologist to provide outpatient rheumatology services via telehealth in Maine on a day shift. The assignment is ongoing locums with a minimum two weeks per month availability and no call or weekend coverage.

Onsite support staff will assist telehealth visits, and the clinician will evaluate and manage adult rheumatology patients in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold board certification in rheumatology.
• Provide general outpatient rheumatology services via telehealth.
• Care for adult patient population on an outpatient basis.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage adult rheumatology conditions via telehealth during day shifts.
• Coordinate with onsite support staff to facilitate visits and patient care.

Skills

Telehealth

Outpatient care

Adult patient care

Education

Board Certification in Rheumatology

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-224463-MD-ME
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: Outpatient
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This facility provides specialized outpatient rheumatology services through a telehealth platform, with onsite support staff available during all scheduled visits. The facility maintains structured clinical workflows and the resources necessary to support locum tenens clinicians on assignment. Coverage is sought on an ongoing basis, with a minimum availability requirement of two weeks per month.

About the Facility Location

Maine is defined by approximately 3,500 miles of coastline, extensive forests, and varied terrain that support a range of outdoor pursuits throughout the year. Clinicians on assignment may explore activities such as hiking, kayaking, whale watching, skiing, and windjammer cruises, alongside coastal communities offering access to lighthouses, wildlife refuges, and Acadia National Park. The western lakes and mountains region provides additional options for fishing, biking, and scenic drives, complemented by cultural amenities and local culinary experiences centered on seafood.

About the Clinician's Workday

The rheumatologist will provide general outpatient rheumatology services via telehealth on a day shift schedule. Clinical responsibilities focus on the evaluation and management of rheumatologic conditions for an adult patient population. Onsite support staff are available to facilitate telehealth encounters throughout all scheduled visits. This assignment requires a minimum availability of two weeks per month, with no call or weekend coverage required.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Support Staff: Onsite support staff for telehealth visits
• Patient Population: Adults
• Call Ratio/Schedule: n/a
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No