Rheumatologist, MD/DO

Join Evara Health - Driven by Purpose, Powered by People. At Evara Health, we believe healthcare is about more than treating patients - it’s about transforming lives and strengthening the communities we serve. As a nonprofit community health center with 17 locations and mobile health units across Pinellas County, we provide high-quality, accessible care while creating meaningful opportunities for our employees to make a difference every day. Recognized as a USA TODAY Top Workplace, Evara Health is proud to foster a mission-driven culture where people are valued, collaboration matters, and employees can grow while doing work that has a real impact. If you’re looking for more than just a job - and want to be part of a team committed to improving lives and serving our community - we invite you to explore a career with Evara Health. Build a career that goes beyond a job - it changes lives.

About This Role:

The Rheumatologist provides high-quality, patient-centered evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of rheumatologic conditions and diseases. The rheumatologist treats musculoskeletal diseases and systemic autoimmune conditions affecting joints, muscles, and bones, and conditions causing pain, swelling, stiffness, and potentially joint deformities. The Rheumatologist will work collaboratively with Evara Health’s integrated care teams to support comprehensive, multidisciplinary management of autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal conditions. The rheumatologist would manage conditions via observation, medication, procedures or referrals. The rheumatologist may utilize non-Invasive and invasive procedures. This physician will ensure access to specialty care within the FQHC model and participate in care coordination, chronic disease management, and population health initiatives.

What You'll Do:

• Clinical Responsibilities:
• Provide evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with complex rheumatologic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, vasculitis, and other autoimmune or inflammatory diseases.
• Perform and interpret musculoskeletal exams and relevant diagnostics; order and evaluate labs, imaging, and specialty studies as clinically appropriate.
• Perform in-office procedures, including joint aspirations, injections, and musculoskeletal ultrasound-guided assessments (as credentialed).
• Collaborate with Primary Care Providers and other specialists to ensure integrated care planning for chronic conditions.
• Develop and implement treatment plans aligned with evidence-based guidelines and individual patient goals.
• Provide patient education, support, and engagement strategies.
• Care Team Collaboration:
• Collaborate with primary care providers and other specialists to ensure integrated care planning for chronic conditions.
• Serve as a clinical resource and consultant to Evara Health’s providers on rheumatologic issues.
• Population Health & Access:
• Utilize referral workflows, treatment protocols, and care pathways to support timely access to rheumatologic services across the Evara network.
• Participate in quality initiatives that target outcomes in autoimmune and inflammatory disease management.
• Engage in efforts to reduce disparities in specialty care access for underserved patients, including telehealth and mobile outreach opportunities.
• Administrative & Compliance:
• Complete documentation in a timely and thorough manner in accordance with HRSA, FTCA, AAAHC, and NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home standards.
• Participate in peer review and regulatory reviews as required.
• Comply with all state, federal, and organizational clinical policies and protocols.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and compliance with regulatory agencies and established organizational policies and procedures, including strict adherence to all Evara Health, HIPAA, State, Federal and accreditation agency rules and regulations.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Impact: Every day, you’ll make a significant impact on our patients’ lives, leading efforts that go beyond healthcare to ensure community wellbeing.
• Growth: We support your professional development through continuous learning and opportunities to grow within Evara Health.
• Recognition: As part of our team, your hard work will be recognized and rewarded, contributing to your professional fulfillment and job satisfaction.

Education & Experience:

• Graduation from Accredited Medical School
• Completion of an accredited Residency in Rheumatology required
• Board Certified or eligible
• Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school required.
• Completion of an accredited Residency in Rheumatology required.
• Board certification or eligibility in Rheumatology required.

Licenses, Certification, or Registration:

• Unrestricted medical license to practice in the State of Florida (or eligibility to obtain prior to start).
• Current DEA registration.
• BLS certification required.

Culture & Benefits:

At Evara Health, our mission-driven work starts with our people. We know that delivering exceptional care to our communities is only possible when our employees feel valued, supported, and connected to the work they do. That commitment comes to life through an employee experience designed to build connection, recognize contributions, and make Evara Health a great place to work - from employee picnics and appreciation events to monthly theme days, celebrations, and opportunities to come together as a team. We build on that culture with competitive compensation and benefits that recognize the important work our employees do while supporting their personal well-being, professional growth, and long-term success.

• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 20 days of paid time off each year, with the option to cash out eligible unused PTO.
• Paid Holidays & Birthday: Enjoy 10 paid holidays each year, plus an additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Access medical, dental, and vision coverage designed to support you and your family, plus free healthcare services at Evara Health for eligible employees and dependents. Additional benefits and wellness resources are also available to support your overall health and well-being.
• Retirement Planning: Build toward your future with employer contributions of up to 4% of your salary, along with guidance and resources to help you plan for retirement.
• Professional Development & Education: Eligible employees can receive up to $1,500 per year toward continued education and professional development expenses, including tuition, licensure, certifications, conferences, and other approved learning opportunities.
• Quarterly Incentive Opportunities: Share in our collective success through quarterly incentive programs that recognize eligible employees for helping Evara Health achieve key organizational, team, and performance goals.
• Career Growth & Advancement: Grow your career at an organization committed to developing its people, with opportunities to build new skills, take on greater responsibility, and advance into leadership or other roles across Evara Health

At Evara Health, we are Driven by Purpose. Powered by People. Every role contributes to our mission of improving the health of our communities, and every employee plays a part in making that mission possible. If you’re looking for a career where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions make a meaningful difference, we invite you to join Evara Health.

Join Evara Health - Driven by Purpose. Powered by People. **This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information about the background screening process, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.**