Rheumatology

Rheumatology Physician Opportunity in Scenic Ithaca, New York

Join Cayuga Rheumatology and become part of a supportive, innovative, and independent healthcare system in the beautiful town of Ithaca, New York. Here, breathtaking landscapes complement an exceptional quality of life. We offer a full-time position within a dynamic, provider-led health system that prioritizes work-life balance, professional growth, and excellence in patient care.

Why Choose to work with Us?

• Innovative Practice Structure: Enjoy a predominantly outpatient-focused practice with minimal in-hospital consultations, while having the flexibility to engage in more inpatient work if desired. Benefit from the convenience of a local hospital-based infusion clinic.
• Minimal On-Call Requirements: Enjoy a balanced workload with limited on-call duties, including monthly Emergency Room and inpatient consultations. Overnight and weekend clinic call coverage is fully supported by the health system, allowing you to focus on patient care without the stress of frequent after-hours responsibilities.
• Collegial Environment: Be part of a team that values collaboration, autonomy, and the freedom to practice medicine the way you envision it. Youll have ample support from advanced providers, skilled nursing staff, and a full range of medical and surgical sub-specialty services.
• Professional Growth: Professional Growth: Collaborate with a RhMSUS-certified mentor and USSONAR instructor who performs numerous daily ultrasounds. Sharpen your expertise in ultrasound-guided arthrocentesis and point-of-care ultrasound evaluations. If teaching is your passion, theres an opportunity to guide and inspire the next generation of physicians by precepting Internal Medicine residents and Physician Assistant trainees.

Commonly Encountered Clinical Entities

• We see all active autoimmune inflammatory Rheumatic diseases, from the typical Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout and Psoriatic Arthritis to Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and the many varieties of vasculitis

About Cayuga Health System

Cayuga Health System is a leading provider-led network dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare. We partner with Centers of Excellence and community organizations to ensure our patients receive top-tier care close to home. Our system is renowned for its adaptability, innovation, and commitment to empowering clinicians. Our Internal Medicine residency program is designed to cultivate physician-leaders who are ready to shape the future of healthcare.

Join us and take the next step in your Rheumatology career with Cayuga Health System, where your expertise will be valued, and your impact on the community will be profound. Experience the perfect blend of professional fulfillment and personal satisfaction in Ithaca, a town where nature and culture coexist in harmony.

Rheumatology Physician Opportunity - Ithaca, NY

• Supportive Environment: Join a dynamic, provider-led health system in beautiful Ithaca, NY, known for its stunning landscapes and exceptional quality of life.
• Innovative Practice: Predominantly outpatient with minimal in-hospital consultations. Flexibility for more inpatient work if desired. Access to local hospital-based infusion clinic.
• Minimal On-Call: Limited on-call duties with overnight and weekend coverage provided by the health system.
• Collegial Atmosphere: Collaborative team with support from fellow providers, skilled nursing staff, and a wide range of sub-specialties.
• Professional Growth: Mentorship from RhMSUS-certified expert colleague in musculoskeletal ultrasound. Opportunities for ultrasound training and teaching Internal Medicine residents and PA trainees.
• Diverse Cases: Manage a broad spectrum of autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic diseases, including Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, and Psoriatic Arthritis.
• About Cayuga Health: A leading, adaptable healthcare system focused on innovation, quality care, and clinician empowerment. Home to a forward-thinking Internal Medicine residency program.

Join us and elevate your Rheumatology career in a community where professional fulfillment meets personal satisfaction.

As a physician, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality medical care to patients within the scope of your qualifications and experience. Principal responsibilities will include the clinical care of patients within a physician led, patient centered team based environment, where the focus is on the provision of high quality, value based care. 

Key responsibilities

1. Patient Care
   • Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations and assessments
   • Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients
   • Prescribe medication and other appropriate therapies
   • Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging
   • Perform medical procedures and surgeries when necessary
   • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
   • Provide patient education
2. Communication
   • Effectively communicate with patients, families, and colleagues
3. Documentation
   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in a timely fashion
4. Clinical Expertise
   • Stay current with latest medical research, treatments and technologies
   • Participate in CME and peer review activities
   • Collaborate with other specialists and healthcare professionals to optimize patient care
   • Work collaboratively with Advanced Practice Providers
   • Participate in the education of clinical learners (residents, APP students, etc)
5. Quality and Safety
   • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes
   • Ensure safe care is provided to all patients
6. Ethical and Professional Standards
   • Adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards of medical practice
   • Uphold patient confidentiality and privacy
   • Comply with all relevant laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Doctorate MD or DO from an accredited medical school required
• Must have successfully completed a residency or fellowship commensurate with area of specialty.
• Be board certified or eligible in the appropriate specialty, by a board acceptable to Hospital;
• Obtain and maintain an unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration;
• Obtain Medical Staff Privileges within the Health system
• DR-Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in applicable state required
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of evidence based medicine
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassion, empathy and a commitment to patient-centered care
• Ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare team
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and CME.

Working conditions

• Hospital, clinic, or healthcare facility setting
• May include on call and weekend shifts as required.