Rheumatology Physician

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC; Town of Harrietstown (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing firm seeks a locum tenens Physician specializing in Rheumatology for an outpatient facility in Saranac Lake, NY. This role involves providing high-quality care to adult patients, particularly in osteoporosis treatment, over a 16-week coverage period. Candidates must possess an active New York medical license and be board certified in Rheumatology.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active New York medical license.
• Experience treating osteoporosis with biologics is required.
• Board certification in Rheumatology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient rheumatology care during assigned weekdays.
• Evaluate and manage patients with rheumatologic conditions.
• Administer biologic therapies and complete EMR documentation.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Management of Rheumatologic Conditions

Biologic Therapy Administration

Education

Active New York medical license

Board Certified by ABIM in Rheumatology

Tools

eClinicalWorks EMR

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Physician Rheumatology
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Saranac Lake, NY
• Service Setting: Outpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: 07/01 24/2025 (16 weeks)
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM (1-hour lunch break)

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults
• Case Mix: General rheumatology, including osteoporosis care with biologics

FACILITY INFORMATION
• EMR System: eClinicalWorks
• Support Staff Available: Medical Office Assistant, LPN, and two front desk staff
• Reason for Coverage: Short-term rheumatology coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Osteoporosis treatment with biologics

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active New York medical license required
• Certifications:
- Board Certified by ABIM in Rheumatology (through ABMS or AOA OCC)
- Board Eligible considered, but not preferred
• Experience: Must be comfortable treating osteoporosis with biologics

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide outpatient rheumatology care during assigned weekday shifts
• Evaluate and manage patients with rheumatologic conditions
• Administer or manage biologic therapies, including for osteoporosis
• Complete documentation in eClinicalWorks EMR
• Work collaboratively with the medical office assistant, LPN, and front desk staff