Practice Overview:

Established outpatient rheumatology practice in Michigan City, Indiana is seeking a Board Eligible / Board Certified Rheumatologist. This is a long-term opportunity to take over an existing, well-established patient panel. The group includes two physicians, one advanced practice provider, and seasoned support staff who specialize in arthritis, osteoporosis, and a variety of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

Job Description / What You Can Expect:

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  Outpatient-only rheumatology practice

  
  
  
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  Practice hours: Monday " Friday, 8:00 a.m. " 5:00 p.m.

  
  
  
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  Flexible full-time schedule

  
  
  
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  Average 15"20 outpatients per day

  
  
  
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  Dedicated MA support with 15+ years of rheumatology experience

  
  
  
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  Outreach to a nearby satellite location (Chesterton)

  
  
  
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  Telehealth options available

  
  
  
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  Strong primary care referral base

  
  
  
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  Onsite x-ray and ultrasound services

  
  
  
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  Robust collegial support from multiple specialties

  
  
  

Candidate Parameters / What We Need:

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  MD or DO degree

  
  
  
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  Unrestricted physician license (or eligibility) in Indiana

  
  
  
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  Board Eligible or Board Certified in Rheumatology

  
  
  
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  Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or ability to obtain)

  
  
  
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  Strong focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction

  
  
  
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  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  
  
  
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  Desire to build long-term relationships and strong community ties

  
  
  
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  New graduates and experienced rheumatologists are encouraged to apply

  
  
  

Compensation & Benefits / What We Offer:

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  Competitive compensation with income guarantee and bonus incentives

  
  
  
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  Recruitment bonus and relocation allowance; potential commencement and retention packages

  
  
  
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  Paid malpractice coverage

  
  
  
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  27 days of PTO plus 5 additional paid days for CME with annual CME stipend

  
  
  
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  Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, dental, vision, and legal insurance

  
  
  
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  Retirement plan options (403b, 457b, 401a)

  
  
  
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  Short- and long-term own-occupation disability coverage

  
  
  
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  Customized marketing support and leadership development opportunities

  
  
  

Community / Where Youll Practice and Live:

Michigan City sits along the shores of Lake Michigan and near Indiana Dunes National Park, offering miles of freshwater beaches, harbors, and outdoor recreation. The community combines small-town friendliness with easy access to Chicago, located less than 60 miles away. Residents enjoy four distinct seasons, year-round activities such as camping, hiking, and biking, plus breweries, wineries, art festivals, a casino, a lake-side zoo, and outlet shopping. The local economy is diverse"agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing, and tourism"and the region offers excellent educational options, including several nearby colleges and universities within an hours drive.