Locum Rheumatologist – Pittsfield, MA
Austin, Texas, United States
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Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Rheumatology
Salary Up to $190.00 hourly
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 3/10/25

Locums Rheumatologist – Pittsfield, MA

Our facility in Western Massachusetts, is seeking a locum Rheumatologist for coverage starting June 1, 2025 – ongoing.

Position Details:

  • Location: Pittsfield, MA
  • Start Date: June 1, 2025
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM
  • Setting: Office-Clinic with hospital coverage
  • Average Patients per Day: 12
  • Hospital Consults: 1 every 1-2 weeks
  • EMR System: Meditech Expanse
  • Support Staff: 4 MAs, 1 LPN, 2 receptionists
  • Existing Team: 2 MDs & 1 PA
  • Patient Demographic: Adults

Requirements:

  • Board Certification: Required (ABIM, ACR)
  • Certifications: ACLS, BLS
  • State License: Massachusetts
  • Fellowship Training: Not Required

Procedures & Infusion Therapies:

  • Required Procedures: Joint Aspirations, Joint Injections (Hyalgan, Corticosteroids)
  • Infusion Therapies for:
    • Lupus & Vasculitis (IV Corticosteroids, Benlysta)
    • Ankylosing Spondylitis (Remicade)
    • Osteoporosis (Boniva, Reclast, Prolia)
    • Psoriatic Arthritis (Remicade, Cimzia)
    • Rheumatoid Arthritis (Remicade, Orencia, Rituxan, Actemra, Simponi Aria)

Additional Information:

  • Credentialing Timeframe: 3 months
  • Pre-Employment Requirements:
    • 10-panel drug screen (within 30 days of start)
    • Physical exam (within 60 days of start)