Rheumatology Physician

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. (NEHCR); Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance and paid CME time

401(k) retirement plan

Relocation support

Corporate bonus eligibility after 1 year

Partnership track typically after 3 years

Job summary

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. (NEHCR) is seeking a Board-Eligible or Board-Certified Rheumatologist in Fall River, MA. This full-time position offers a competitive starting salary of $250,000 with productivity-based compensation, generous time off, and extensive benefits including medical and malpractice insurance. Ideal candidates should possess an MD or DO degree, have completed a Rheumatology Fellowship, and be committed to patient-centered care. The role provides exposure to a range of rheumatologic conditions and in-office procedures, with a strong focus on clinical excellence and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Rheumatology Fellowship is essential.
• Eligibility for Massachusetts medical licensure is required.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Join a thriving, physician-led multi-specialty group focused on patient care.
• Engage in outpatient-only practice with flexibility in scheduling.
• Participate in clinical research if interested.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patient engagement skills

Musculoskeletal ultrasound proficiency

Education

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited Rheumatology Fellowship

Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Rheumatology

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient-focused Board-Eligible or Board-Certified Rheumatologist to join our thriving, physician-led multi-specialty group in Fall River, MA. Our practice represents a wide range of medical and surgical specialties and is committed to delivering high-quality, collaborative, and comprehensive patient care.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organization with strong community ties, a supportive work environment, and excellent growth potential.

Practice Highlights:

• Outpatient-only—no inpatient consults or rounds
• Full-time schedule with flexibility
• Exposure to a comprehensive range of rheumatologic conditions, including opportunities to perform in-office procedures
• Musculoskeletal ultrasound proficiency preferred
• On-site lab and imaging: CT, MRI, ultrasound, and DEXA
• Adjacent and easily accessible specialty services: Orthopedics, Infectious Disease, Cardiology, Pulmonary, Allergy/Immunology, Physical Therapy, and a next-door Infusion Center
• Shared night and weekend phone coverage, minimal burden (typically 0–2 calls per week) with another rheumatologist
• In-house clinical research team available for those interested in participating in Pharma-sponsored studies
• Robust administrative and clinical support to allow physicians to focus on patient care
• Collegial, stable environment focused on clinical excellence and work-life balance

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting guaranteed base salary of $250,000 with no upper limit, productivity-based compensation model
• Generous time off and excellent benefits including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Malpractice insurance
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Relocation support
• Corporate bonus eligibility after 1 year
• Partnership track typically after 3 years with minimal buy-in, plus access to corporate bonuses

Requirements:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Rheumatology Fellowship
• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Rheumatology
• Eligibility for Massachusetts medical licensure
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient-engagement skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care

Fall River offers a welcoming coastal community with a low cost of living, easy access to Providence, Newport, and Boston, and a rich history and cultural diversity. The area provides excellent schools, scenic outdoor recreation, and a vibrant local food and arts scene—making it a great place to live and practice.