Rheumatology Physician

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Rheumatology Physician to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

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Department Rheumatology Physicians

Job Summary

In collaboration with Denver Health's rheumatology division chief, any rheumatologist employed at Denver Health is responsible for participation on the clinical practice team. Rheumatology Physicians are responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with a wide range of rheumatological conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other autoimmune disorders.

Essential Functions:

• Conducting patient consultations, medical evaluations, and diagnostic tests to determine the underlying causes of rheumatological conditions (20%)
• Creating and implementing personalized treatment plans for patients, which may include medication, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes (20%)
• Conducting follow-up appointments to monitor patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary (20%)
• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as physical therapists and occupational therapists, to provide comprehensive care for patients (20%)
• Participating in clinical research studies to advance our understanding of rheumatological conditions and treatment options (10%)
• Staying up-to-date with the latest developments in rheumatology research and treatment options (10%)

Education:

• Doctorate Degree Required

Work Experience:

Licenses:

• MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required and
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required and
• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association Required and
• PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association Required or
• NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Program - AHA - American Heart Association Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and interest in multi-disciplinary ambulatory care, ability to work in teams and motivate physicians and other providers to improve quality, patient experience and operational efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with a wide variety staff and as well as administration.
• Possess critical thinking, analytical and teaching/coaching skills.
• Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff while providing quality medical care, able to analyze, interpret and act upon relevant clinical and financial data that pertain to the practice.
• Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.
• Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to accept and implement change.
• Demonstrated history of positive collegial relations with colleagues, support staff, providers, administrators and patients.
• Ability to interface with electronic health record systems required.

Shift Days (United States of America) Work Type Regular Salary $202,600.00 - $260,500.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.