Position Overview
At Oregon Rheumatology Specialists, a practice of Oregon Specialty Group, we take care of people. The Rheumatology Department is integral to our mission of delivering exceptional clinical care. We do this by addressing the unique rheumatologic needs of our community, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams and colleagues across specialties, and supporting the organization’s commitment to improving patient outcomes and growing innovative clinical programs.
The Rheumatology Physician is essential to the success of our organization by providing expert, high-quality care for patients with rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions. The physician independently evaluates and manages patients across the continuum of care, develops and oversees individualized treatment plans, monitors therapeutic response, and supports the organization’s mission of improving patient outcomes through clinical excellence and compassionate care.
Essential Job Functions
- Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of adult patients with rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions in an outpatient setting.
- Perform in-office minor procedures such as joint aspirations and injections.
- Develop individualized treatment plans, prescribe appropriate medications, and monitor patients for efficacy and adverse effects.
- Collaborate with internal specialties and external referring providers to coordinate multidisciplinary patient care.
- Review and interpret laboratory and imaging results, adjusting treatment plans based on findings and clinical judgment.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Participate in a shared outpatient call schedule with no inpatient responsibilities.
- Contribute to clinical program development and quality improvement initiatives that advance rheumatologic care.
- Provide education and counseling to patients regarding disease processes, lifestyle modifications, and management strategies.
- Engage in ongoing professional development through continuing medical education and participation in relevant professional societies.
Required Qualifications
- Board Certified/Board Eligible MD with 2-3 years experience.
- Current active full unrestricted Oregon Medical license or ability to obtain.
- Current DEA license
- Strong technical/computer skills and EMR experience
- Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task
- Team player with excellent communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
A successful Employed Physician will…
- Enjoy creative problem-solving.
- Be dedicated to the team and organization’s success.
- Possess exceptional social, emotional, and communication skills.
- Maintain the ability to multi-task in stressful environments.
- Be genuinely caring and compassionate.
- Enjoy creating efficient and effective processes.
- Be motivated by patient-centered, quality care.
- Develop personal accountability at work.
- Perform consistently and confidently in a wide array of situations.
Compensation/Benefits Highlights
- Competitive pay, sign on bonus
- Relocation package available
- CME reimbursement
- 6 weeks time off per year of service as an Associate Physician
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision
- 401k with employer contribution
- Company paid malpractice coverage
- Reimbursement for professional memberships
- Supportive and appreciative culture
