Physician - Rheumatology

The Salisbury VA Health Care System is excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for a Chief of Rheumatology. Our esteemed health system delivers comprehensive patient care services, and cutting-edge technology. We are dedicated to fostering a career environment that is collaborative and centered around making a meaningful impact on the lives of veterans and their families. Join us in a fulfilling career where you'll enjoy rich rewards, limitless opportunities for professional growth and advancement, as well as competitive salaries and benefits. Explore the chance to make a difference with us!

Duties can include but are not limited to performing:

• The Rheumatologist performs patient consultations in the hospital and outpatient settings via face-to-face, telephone, and video clinics.
• Improving communication among staff, overseeing clinical privileges, and monitoring coding practices for billing.
• Ensuring a quality improvement plan is in place, approving staff leave, and resolving patient complaints.
• Acts as a liaison for the medicine service with outside organizations and assists with recruitment.
• Participate in medical center committees and programs to improve patient care services.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is impossible to recruit qualified citizens, in accordance with VA Policy.
• Education: A Doctor of Medicine degree or an equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine is required.
• Licensure: Candidates must possess a current, complete, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
• Residency: Completion of a residency program in an accredited core specialty.
• Board Certification: Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Rheumatology.