Rheumatology Physician

Outpatient Rheumatology Location: Kankakee, Illinois •Seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Rheumatologist to join an established, health system-employed practice.•Located approximately one hour south of Chicago.•Opportunity to provide high-quality, compassionate patient care while helping expand and develop the rheumatology service line.•Previous experience is welcomed but not required.Practice & Schedule•Monday-Friday outpatient clinic.•Join an existing practice with one board-certified rheumatologist.•Opportunity to work with an experienced physician mentor.•Minimal call responsibilities.•Responsibilities may include outpatient clinic care, procedures, and daytime inpatient rounding.•Teaching opportunities available.•Large primary care referral base.•On-site infusion center.•Excellent clinical and administrative support staff.•Uses EPIC EMR with DAX dictation technology.Compensation & Incentives•Competitive base salary consistent with MGMA guidelines.•Sign-on bonus.•Production-based incentive compensation through RVU generation.•Loan repayment assistance or retention bonus.Benefits•Comprehensive benefits package.•Relocation assistance.•CME and professional dues allowances.•Generous earned time off and CME days.•403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions up to 8%.Work Environment & Organizational Highlights•Financially stable, independent, nonprofit hospital system.•Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Rural Health Clinic (RHC) loan forgiveness, subject to applicable program requirements.•Friendly, collaborative environment with a collegial medical staff.•Accessible and cooperative administration.•Four-time Magnet-recognized nursing facility.•Recognized among Becker's Top 100 Hospitals nationally.