Location & Practice Overview

This employed rheumatology role is based at Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside and Southside campuses in Jacksonville, Florida. The practice functions within a 528-bed hospital system and draws patients through an integrated referral network that serves a regional population of approximately one million.

Practice Type Employed outpatient rheumatology group
Facility Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside / Southside
Care Setting Outpatient clinic within a nonprofit health-system network
Geographic Context Jacksonville metro area with Riverside and Southside clinical locations
Referral Structure Integrated internal and community referral network

Responsibilities

  • Conduct diagnostic evaluation and investigation of rheumatologic conditions
  • Coordinate care with employed and aligned community partners across specialties
  • Document clinical encounters, findings, and treatment plans
  • Educate patients regarding disease processes and management strategies
  • Monitor response to therapy and adjust treatment plans as indicated

Work centers on outpatient assessment and longitudinal management as part of an established four-physician rheumatology team.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must satisfy Florida licensing requirements and hold appropriate specialty credentials.

Degree
MD or DO
Board Status
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
Licensure
Eligible for Florida medical license and DEA registration prior to start
Training
Completed rheumatology fellowship
Preferred Credential
Advanced Life Support certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)

Compensation & Benefits

The package combines base compensation with productivity and quality incentives, along with standard system benefits.

  • Base compensation $260,000–$320,000 per year plus RVU and quality incentives
  • Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
  • CME allowance with dedicated CME days
  • Malpractice coverage with tail
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage with HSA/FSA options
  • Employer-matched 403(b), disability and life insurance, pro-rated PTO and holidays

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Status Full-time
Primary Setting Outpatient clinic
Team Structure Four established rheumatologists
Work Model On-site practice with system referral support

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The practice focuses on adults referred for evaluation and longitudinal management of rheumatic and autoimmune conditions in an outpatient setting.

Age Group Primarily adult patients
Clinical Context Outpatient rheumatology encounters
Referral Pattern Internal and community-based referrals
Service Area Regional service population of approximately one million

Clinical Focus & Key Services

Clinical work centers on the evaluation and management of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions within an established outpatient rheumatology practice.

Diagnostic Focus Assessment of rheumatologic and autoimmune disorders
Disease Management Ongoing care of inflammatory arthritis and related conditions
Care Coordination Collaboration with multidisciplinary partners across the health system
Therapeutic Approach Treatment planning and monitoring

Role Highlights

Key features of this position include the established multi-physician outpatient structure and affiliation with a large nonprofit health system.

  • Join an existing team of four rheumatologists with an established referral base
  • Employed physician position within a nonprofit health system
  • Location designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area / Medically Underserved Area
  • Access to Ascension St. Vincent's health-system resources and specialty network

About Ascension

Ascension is a national nonprofit Catholic health system operating across multiple states. In the Jacksonville area, Ascension St. Vincent's includes Riverside and Southside campuses that deliver a range of specialty and acute-care services.

Organization Type Nonprofit Catholic health system
Scale Approximately 97,000 associates nationwide
Local Facilities Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside and Southside
Hospital Size 528-bed medical center at Riverside
Mission Focus Service-oriented care rooted in Catholic health-system values

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of practice setting does this Rheumatologist position offer?
The position is based in an established outpatient rheumatology practice supported by a four-physician team within the Ascension St. Vincent's network.
How large is the rheumatology team?
The practice includes four established rheumatologists.
What type of patients does the practice serve?
The practice serves primarily adult patients referred for evaluation and ongoing management of rheumatic and autoimmune conditions.
What credentials are required for this position?
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree, have completed rheumatology fellowship training, and be board certified or board eligible in Rheumatology. Eligibility for a Florida medical license and DEA registration is also required.
What does the compensation package include?
Compensation includes a base range of $260,000–$320,000 per year plus RVU and quality incentives, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, CME allowance with dedicated days, malpractice coverage with tail, health benefits with HSA/FSA options, employer-matched 403(b), and pro-rated PTO.
Where is the position based?
The position is associated with Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside and Southside campuses in Jacksonville, Florida.

Rheumatologist in Jacksonville, FL

This full-time employed Rheumatologist position is located in Jacksonville, Florida, at Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside and Southside campuses. The role is part of an established outpatient practice of four physicians that benefits from an integrated referral network and the resources of a 528-bed hospital system serving a regional population of approximately one million. Clinical responsibilities focus on diagnostic evaluation and ongoing management of rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions, along with multidisciplinary coordination across employed and aligned partners. Candidates must possess an MD or DO degree, have completed rheumatology fellowship training, be board-certified or board-eligible in Rheumatology, and be eligible for Florida medical licensure and DEA registration. Compensation is set in the $260,000–$320,000 range with RVU and quality incentives, and is accompanied by a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, CME support, malpractice coverage with tail, and a benefits package that includes health coverage, retirement matching, and paid time off. The position is located in a Health Professional Shortage Area and is part of a national nonprofit Catholic health system.

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