Physician- Rheumatologist

Job Title: Rheumatologist
Job Type: Full-time

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited medical school with a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) degree.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in Internal Medicine and fellowship training in Rheumatology.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology preferred.
• Current medical license in the state of Arkansas.
• Experience as a Rheumatologist preferred.
• CPR certification required upon employment or within the first 3 months of employment.
• Must reside in the service area.

Job Summary:
Discover a rewarding career at Arcare. Arcare is seeking a compassionate and skilled Rheumatologist to join our dedicated medical provider team. In this role, you will diagnose, treat, and manage patients with autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders. The ideal candidate will be committed to improving patient outcomes through comprehensive evaluation, evidence-based treatment, and collaborative care while providing high-quality rheumatologic services to patients across the lifespan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, injections, infusions, and other specialized rheumatologic care to treat or manage disease and improve patient outcomes.
• Order, perform, and interpret laboratory studies, imaging, and other diagnostic test to evaluate and monitor rheumatologic conditions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary, including management of biologic and immunosuppressive therapies.
• Maintain accurate records of patient information, including medical history, examination results, and treatment plans.
• Explain medical procedures, test results, and treatments to patients and their families.
• Advise patients on disease management, lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, and preventive care strategies.
• Refer patients to specialists or other healthcare practitioners when needed.
• Coordinate and direct activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
• Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including primary care providers, nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, and psychologists, to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative healthcare team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.

About Arcare

Founded on the belief that healthcare is a right, not a privilege, Arcare exists to make comprehensive, high-quality care accessible to everyone, especially in rural and underserved communities. What began in the rural Arkansas delta has grown into a multi-state healthcare network, but our mission remains the same: Health for All. That mission drives everything we do, from accepting every patient, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, to expanding access to care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve

We believe strong communities start with strong teams. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where employees are valued, encouraged to grow, and empowered to make a meaningful impact through their work. We invest in our people by supporting professional development, encouraging leadership growth, and providing opportunities to build long-term careers within the organization. A healthy work-life balance and a predictable schedule are part of our workplace culture.

Whether caring for patients in the clinic, supporting operations behind the scenes, or serving communities through outreach and education, our teams are united by a shared purpose: delivering compassionate, accessible care that improves lives.

Arcare offers competitive pay and a strong company-paid benefits package for full-time employees, including:

· Work-life balance through a predictable schedule. Schedules are established early and rarely change, so employees enjoy a steady workweek rhythm.

· No routine nights or weekends for most positions. (Some clinical roles may have limited weekend coverage based on clinic needs.)

· Company-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance

· Free care at any Arcare clinic for employees and covered family members enrolled in the Arcare health plan, starting the first day of your employment

· Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage

· 96 hours of paid vacation time for full-time employees who work 40 hours per week. Accrual begins on the first day of employment. Accrual rates increase upon tenure.

· 96 hours of paid sick time for full-time employees who work 40 hours per week. Accrual begins on the first day of employment.

· Paid holidays, including one floating holiday and one birthday holiday to be used during the month of the employee’s birthday.

· 401(k) retirement plan with company matching up to 200% of the employee's contribution of up to 4% after one year of employment

· Company-paid renewal of applicable licenses and certifications, subject to supervisor and HR approval based on the employee’s position and job duties

· Possible Continuing Education reimbursement for current employees, subject to supervisor and HR approval based on the employee’s position and job duties

Loan Repayment Opportunities

Many Arcare locations serve medically underserved communities. Eligible clinical team members may qualify for federal loan repayment programs through HRSA, including the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program and the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program. Eligibility and award approval are determined by HRSA based on role, location, discipline, and program requirements.

Application Assistance:
If you need assistance with the application process, please email humanresources@arcare.net.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Arcare is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.