Rheumatologist in Peoria, Illinois

at OSF HealthCare (Main Office) in East Peoria, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Overview

Job Specifics:
Dynamic Rheumatology practice expanding and seeking an additional BC/BE physician to join the practice.
Two Rheumatologists support the practice with 1:3 call.
Four specially trained rheumatology APNs provide expert care in fibromyalgia, musculoskeletal medicine, and stable immunologic patients allowing Rheumatology Physicians to focus on immunologic care.
APNs triage new patients to align them with the appropriate level of care (APN or MD)
APN-managed fibromyalgia clinic to provide expert-level care
Onsite behaviorist, polarized microscope, lab, and pharmacy
Dedicated support staff to manage: Scheduling, Referrals, Prior Authorizations, Specialty Pharmacy needs
Embedded Physical Therapist Coming Soon!
Beautiful office located near OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, OSF Innovation Jump Simulation & Education Center, the new OSF Cancer Center, and downtown Peoria.
Incoming physician has the opportunity for regional outreach work.
Teaching with academic appointment and research opportunity through University of Illinois Peoria, though not a formal requirement.
The Perks:
Generous paid time off from day one!
Vacation and holiday time off to get away and recharge
Well-being time for self-care, mission trips, or whatever makes you happy!
Sick leave for you or to care for an ill-family member
CME time and dollars
Competitive base salary + incentives
Signing bonus
Concierge relocation services
Health, life, dental, and retirement plans
Paid occurrence-based malpractice
Student Loan repayment and financial counseling
Residency/Training Stipend Available
Career Development through our Physician Leadership AcademyThe Community:
Why Peoria? Why Not?
Nestled in the heart of the Illinois River Valley, Peoria is the largest Illinois metropolitan area outside of Chicago and St. Louis. Here, you can live as big or small as your heart desires! Check out the City of Peoria, with its urban amenities and hustle. Or choose a suburb, small town or rural life, with a laid-back vibe and community schools.
Regarded as an ideal blend of urban, suburban and rural influences, the Greater Peoria area offers a lower cost of living, easy commutes and amenities that appeal to an array of lifestyles. With countless small- to medium-sized arts and entertainment venues (both indoors and outside), the Greater Peoria area draws national touring shows while nurturing local talent. It is also home to a large and eclectic selection of locally owned food and drink establishments with domestic and international flavor.
In Peoria, you'll find an educated populace fueled by respected universities and medical schools, professional and NCAA Division I college sports, and of course the home base for the OSF HealthCare Ministry which was founded here in 1877.
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Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Physician Licensed to practice medicine in current state.
Board certified or board eligible in the appropriate specialty(ies). Obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges.
Must be eligible as a provider for Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs.
Physician shall meet all qualifications to participate in OSF's programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage.
Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and the State of Illinois to prescribe narcotics, if applicable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care aligned to the preferences, goals, and needs of the patients served

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Us
Physician Recruiter: Erin Clayton
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