Rheumatologist

Job Details

Rheumatologist
Job Class Code:
FLSA:
Posting Number: FRGV1976
Location: McAllen, Texas
Division/Organization: Division of Health Affairs
Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position: 1 year
Tenure Status: Non Tenure Track
FTE: 1.0

Scope of Job:
Provide clinical expertise in patient care management and an appropriate teaching environment for fellows, residents, and students. Practice clinical rheumatology medicine in an exemplary manner in standards set forth by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, and the American College of Physicians, properly balanced with other academic activities. Must be capable of providing complete and thorough history and physical patient examinations. Must be able to perform invasive procedures as dictated by the physician's subspecialty.

Develop and maintain clinical practice for patients referred to UT Health RGV. Provide physician staffing for the out-patient clinic and in-patient services at a level commensurate with that which would be provided by other Rheumatology staff/internists with the same level of training and experience. Provide a role model as a practitioner for faculty, fellows, residents, and students.

Actively engage in clinical research and scholarly activities to enhance the academic environment. Develop programs of clinical research and scholarly activities as assigned. May necessitate instructing, through written or verbal communication, research support personnel in protocol implementation. Seek appropriate funding mechanisms to support clinical research.

Minimum Qualifications:
MD degree with Board Certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology or board eligible. Must possess or be eligible for a Texas Medical License.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited rheumatology fellowship.

Preferred Qualification:

Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
License or Certification Required?: Yes
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 07/01/2026