Rheumatology Physician

Rheumatology Physician at University of Missouri School of Medicine summary :

The University of Missouri School of Medicine is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Rheumatologist to join their academic rheumatology team as an Assistant or Associate Professor. This role involves the development of clinical services and teaching activities, providing care for patients with rheumatic diseases, and collaboration with other specialties. Candidates will have opportunities to expand services, engage in clinical teaching, and participate in a community-rated one of the best small cities for business and careers.

The University of Missouri School of Medicine

Academic Rheumatology

The University of Missouri School of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology has an exciting opportunity for a full-time, board-certified, or board-eligible Rheumatologist to join our growing rheumatology team as an Assistant or Associate Professor.

Divisional faculty are responsible for the continued development and growth of clinical services and clinical teaching activities (medical students, residents, and rheumatology fellows) in the division.

We have a busy University clinic that cares for patients with a variety of rheumatic diseases and also clinics at the Harry S. Truman VA hospital which is just across the street. Outreach clinics (within 40 minutes) are also available. We have 3 rheumatology fellows and an experienced Nurse Practitioner. Shared space with Pulmonary Medicine and Nephrology allows for close collaboration and there is a monthly joint Dermatology-Rheumatology clinic.

New faculty would find opportunities in setting up Rheumatology-Pulmonary clinics and Rheumatology-Ophthalmology clinics and in developing a musculoskeletal ultrasound curriculum (funds for courses and to purchase a new US machine are available.)

Qualifications : MD / DO

BC / BE in Rheumatology

For the purposes of this application, board-certified / board-eligible are considered experienced.

About Us :

The University of Missouri, located in Columbia, has an average enrollment of 35,000 students and is Missouri's largest public research university. Mizzou is also the flagship campus of the four-campus University of Missouri System and one of only five universities nationwide with law, medicine, veterinary medicine, and a nuclear research reactor on one campus. A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities since 1908, Mizzou is considered one of the nation's top-tier institutions.

Employees of the University of Missouri and University of Missouri Healthcare are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Community

Columbia is rated by Forbes magazine as the fifth best small city for business and careers in America and is consistently rated a top place to live by Money Magazine, boasting a low cost of living, a vibrant community, and nationally renowned public schools. Columbia is an ideal college town that combines small-town comforts, and community spirit, with big-city culture, activities, and resources. Our community is energetic and engaged, packed with restaurants and entertainment venues, and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at U.M. System Total Rewards Benefits

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Keywords :

Rheumatology, Academic Rheumatologist, Clinical Teaching, Patient Care, Rheumatic Diseases, Board-Certified, University Faculty, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, Healthcare Education, Columbia Missouri