Medical Director of Rheumatology for Orlando Health in Orlando, Florida

Job Title: Medical Director of Rheumatology

Location: Orlando Health, Orlando, FL

Job Summary: The Medical Director of Rheumatology will provide leadership, along with oversight for the creation and development of the Rheumatology department at Orlando Health. This role involves strategic planning, program development, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care. The Medical Director will work collaboratively with other departments and lead a team of rheumatologists to advance the field of rheumatology through clinical excellence, research, and education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direction for the Rheumatology department, including strategic planning and program development.
• Oversee clinical operations, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to best practices and accreditation standards.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Foster a collaborative environment that supports clinical excellence, research, and education.
• Engage in recruitment and retention of top talent in rheumatology.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and collaborate with other departments to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Lead and support research initiatives in rheumatology.
• Perform and interpret a variety of rheumatologic diagnostic tests and treatments, including joint injections, ultrasound-guided procedures, and biologic therapies.
• Provide consultations and second opinions on complex rheumatologic cases.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of diagnostic results to referring physicians and patients.
• Stay current with advancements in rheumatology to continuously improve patient care.

Qualifications:

• MD, DO, or MD/PhD with American Board of Internal Medicine Certification in Rheumatology.
• Five years or more experience with a proven track record of clinical excellence and leadership in rheumatology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to advancing the field of rheumatology through research and education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with program development and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Benefits package includes health/vision/dental insurance along with full malpractice coverage, disability coverage, deferred compensation, paid time off and retirement savings options.
• Paid time away with 5 days of designated CME time
• Generous starting bonus.
• 4 weeks of continuous pay for parental leave.
• PSLF qualified employer.

Orlando Community:

• No state income tax!
• Greater Orlando offers world-famous theme parks and attractions, major league sports teams, first-rate concerts and theatre, and an international airport that provides easy access to travel.
• Our lifestyle options have something for everyone, from the downtown districts for those enjoying a trendy urban flair, to family-oriented communities with top-rated public and private schools.
• We have ample outdoor activities including large public parks for your kids and pets, hiking and biking trails, abundant lake access for kayaking, fishing and paddleboarding, with Florida’s beautiful beaches only an hour away.

Orlando Health Medical Group:

The Orlando Health Medical Group supports the Orlando Health Hospital System, a not-for-profit healthcare organization and community-based network of physician practices, hospitals and outpatient care centers throughout Central Florida. The system includes an extensive network of physicians representing more than 100 specialties and primary care; 10 wholly-owned hospitals; 4,200 physicians, multiple skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers; and multiple outpatient care centers offering urgent care, same-day surgery, and laboratory, imaging and rehabilitation services.

The Orlando Health Medical Group physicians play a key role in delivering a complete continuum of care for nearly 3 million Central Florida residents. At Orlando Health, we value collaboration and shared purpose, providing our physicians and team members with the resources to develop successful careers. We offer generous opportunities as we work together to provide extraordinary care to our community.

Our award-winning system includes the following hospitals:

• Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center
• Bayfront Health St. Petersburg
• Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital
• Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital
• Orlando Health Horizon West Hospital
• Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital
• Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital
• Orlando Health South Lake Hospital
• Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital
• Orlando Health St. Cloud Hospital
• Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children
• Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies