Internal Medicine Physician

Location : Kennewick is located in Washington's Tri-Cities region, offering a desirable combination of urban amenities and outdoor recreation opportunities. The area boasts over 300 days of sunshine annually, beautiful river access, renowned wineries, and a growing cultural scene, making it an attractive location for medical professionals seeking work-life balance.

Facility : This established rheumatology clinic is part of a comprehensive healthcare system serving the Tri-Cities region. The facility features a 17-bed department and provides specialized care for patients with various rheumatologic conditions in a collaborative professional environment.

Opportunity : Rheumatology

Job Details :

• Locum tenens position with alternating schedule of 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off, working in tandem with another locum provider to cover full month
• Monday-Friday clinic schedule with 30-minute unpaid lunch
• Overtime applies after 40 hours per week
• Manage approximately 18 patient encounters per shift
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including arthrocentesis
• Administer joint and soft tissue injections
• Hospital privileges required for ordering infusions
• BLS certification required
• Board certification required with appropriate fellowship training
• 90-day credentialing timeframe for completion of privileges

Compensation : Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.