Rheumatologist (MD/DO)

Job overview

The Rheumatologist (MD/DO) is an onsite role based in Rapid City, SD. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports the rheumatology department in providing specialized medical care. This role exists to provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and long-term management of patients with autoimmune, inflammatory, and degenerative musculoskeletal diseases. The Rheumatologist emphasizes evidence-based medical management, chronic disease care, and patient education to optimize clinical outcomes.

What you'll do

• Evaluate and manage patients with rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, psoriatic arthritis, vasculitis, gout, osteoporosis, and connective tissue diseases.
• Perform comprehensive histories, physical examinations, and longitudinal patient assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Prescribe and manage disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), biologic agents, and immunomodulatory therapies.
• Monitor treatment response, medication safety, and disease progression.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

rapid city sd

rheumatology

physician

md

do

healthcare

autoimmune

chronic disease

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Specialized rheumatology care, outpatient clinic with inpatient consultation, board-eligible or board-certified.

About the employer

Commonwealth Medical Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.