Physician / Rheumatology / Maine / Permanent / J1 / H1b RHEUMATOLOGIST invited to Maines capital, 50 m

Augusta, Maine : A respected 190-bed regional medical center seeks a full-time Rheumatologist to join an established outpatient practice on the hospital campus, just 50 minutes from Portland. Provide care to patients in Augusta and Waterville as part of a collegial team dedicated to high-quality, patient-centered medicine.This physician-led nonprofit hospital is the areas largest private employer and one of Maines leading healthcare systems, serving over 65,000 area residents. Join a collaborative group that includes one other rheumatologist, per diem support, a dedicated nurse manager, and experienced clinical staff. This is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.Position HighlightsSecure hospital employment in a dedicated outpatient rheumatology practiceConvenient 4 day / week schedule (40 hours)No night or weekend callOutpatient focus with occasional inpatient phone consults onlySee patients in Augusta and nearby WatervilleOption for MSK-certified physicians to use in-house ultrasound equipmentSupportive team with experienced peer specialist, APPs, and nursing staffModern facilities with advanced technology and strong administrative supportTeaching opportunities through the onsite unopposed Family Medicine ResidencyCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary with productivity and quality bonusesRetention and relocation bonusesGenerous paid time off provides optimal work / life balanceHealth, dental, vision, life, and disability insuranceLiability coverage with tailPaid CME time with expense budgetRetirement plan with employer matchingEducational loan repayment programJ1 / H1b visa sponsorship available all expenses coveredMaine ranks for Best Quality of Life, Safest State in the USA, and for Air Quality.Augusta is Maines historic capital city a growing college town and family-friendly community in the scenic Kennebec Valley, just 50 minutes from Portland. Residents enjoy a vibrant shopping district, diverse restaurants, cultural facilities, and a busy civic center hosting concerts and events. The city spans both sides of the picturesque Kennebec River, offering opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and whitewater rafting. Outdoor enthusiasts love the nearby trails for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing, plus award-winning golf courses and ski resorts within easy reach. Metro Augusta offers a variety of housing options, from in-town rentals to family-friendly neighborhoods and country-style homes.Portland, the Most Livable City in the US, is in easy reach. Enjoy a very active social scene centered in the popular Old Port district of eateries and nightclubs. Hundreds of Portland restaurants serve the finest seafood plus international fare from two dozen regions. Amenities include the convenient International Jetport, exciting semipro sports, scenic harborside dining, galleries and museums, live theater, an acclaimed symphony orchestra, and much more. Boston is 2.5 hours from Augusta. Contact us today to learn more about this rewarding opportunity.