A job description
Join our healthcare team as a Rheumatology specialist in a bustling outpatient clinic setting. This locum tenens position offers a fantastic opportunity for providers to engage with a varied adult patient population. With a flexible work week primarily focused from mid-May to mid-September, you will work Tuesday through Thursday. This role requires management of in-basket and desktop tasks during clinic hours, providing a dynamic and integral service to patient care in beautiful Hood River, Oregon.
Key Details
– Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
– Setting: Outpatient Clinic
– Start Date: Mid May 2026
– Schedule: Tuesday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (flexible)
– Patient Population: Adult
– Location: Hood River, OR
– Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
– Weekly direct deposit
– Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
– Supportive credentialing assistance
– Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
Job Responsibilities
– Provide comprehensive care for adult patients, focusing on rheumatology
– Manage in-basket and desktop tasks while in the clinic
– Perform arthrocentesis and manage vascular access devices
Qualifications
– Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Rheumatology required
– Active OR license or willingness to obtain one
– BLS certification required
Working Hours
– Tuesday–Thursday
– 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Skills
– Proficient in diagnostic/therapeutic taps and joint/soft tissue injections
– Familiarity with intravenous therapies
– Strong communication and organizational skills
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to provide quality patient care in a stunning location. Apply now to join our dedicated team!