Rheumatologist – Build New Service in Palestine, TX

About the role

Join Palestine Regional Medical Center as a Rheumatologist and lead the establishment of a dedicated rheumatology service for a large referral base. You will work exclusively in an outpatient setting with a 4‑ or 5‑day schedule, enjoying a supportive community and a collaborative Lifepoint Health team.

Key responsibilities

• Provide outpatient rheumatology care to patients referred from the surrounding region.
• Maintain a high‑quality, patient‑centered practice without on‑call or weekend duties.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff to grow the rheumatology service.

Required profile

• Board‑certified or board‑eligible Rheumatology physician.
• Licensed to practice medicine in Texas.
• Commitment to delivering excellent patient care in a community hospital setting.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive base salary plus wRVU production bonus.
• Sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Paid time off, retirement plan, and comprehensive health benefits.
• Student loan repayment assistance and early‑commitment residency stipend.
• CME allowance and dedicated CME days.
• Professional liability and malpractice coverage.
• Marketing and practice growth support.