Facility in Jackson, MI seeking Rheumatology locums coverageRates: $275/hrA facility in Jackson, MI is seeking a Board Certified Rheumatologist for locum tenens coverage to support an active outpatient clinic with associated hospital call coverage. This opportunity provides adult and geriatric rheumatology care with strong clinical support and a balanced clinic/call schedule.Position DetailsSpecialty: RheumatologyPosition Type: Locum TenensPractice Setting: Office clinic with hospital-based callLocation: Jackson, MichiganReason for Coverage: Current vacancyCoverage Duration: ASAP OngoingAnticipated Start: Facility would like coverage beginning February 1; due to credentialing timelines, realistic start is closer to April.Schedule and CallClinic schedule options include:4 10-hour clinic shifts, or 5 8-hour clinic shiftsHospital call consists of 24-hour call coverage, TuesdayMonday, two weeks per month with a 1:2 call ratio.Patient VolumeClinic: Approximately 1618 patients per dayHospital: Approximately 1 inpatient consult per dayClinical Responsibilities and ProceduresProvide adult and geriatric rheumatology carePerform joint aspirations and corticosteroid injectionsCollaborate with hospital services as needed during call coveragePractice EnvironmentTrauma Level II facilityGroup includes 1 rheumatologist with full support from MA, RN, and front desk staffEMR system: EpicCredentialingEstimated credentialing timeframe is approximately 90120 days.TravelLocal providers are preferred; travel reimbursement may be considered for flight, hotel, rental car, and mileage.RequirementsBoard Certified in Rheumatology requiredFellowship-trained in Rheumatology requiredActive Michigan medical license requiredBLS certification requiredAbility to perform clinic and hospital-based rheumatology procedures, including joint aspirations and corticosteroid injections requiredExperience with Epic EMR preferredAbout WhiteCoat Locums:- Physician owned and led agency- Highest-Pay rates on the market- $1m/3m malpractice insurance and tail- 100% transparency
