Telehealth Rheumatologist — Tele-Rheumatology
About the Opportunity
MindCare Solutions is seeking a board-certified Rheumatologist to join our growing Tele-Rheumatology service line, supporting Acute Care hospital partners. This is a unique opportunity to help build and shape a new specialty service from the ground up, bringing timely rheumatologic expertise to hospitals facing significant specialist shortages nationwide.
Licensure: MO, CO
Schedule: PRN
Compensation: negotiable
Why This Role Matters
The American College of Rheumatology projects a 31% decline in practicing rheumatologists by 2030, against a 138% increase in demand. Hospitals are struggling to provide timely specialist care for complex inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. MindCare's Tele-Rheumatology program bridges that gap, connecting hospital care teams with board-certified rheumatologists on demand, 24/7, through our telehealth platform and Care Navigation Hub.
Scope of Practice
- Tele-Rheumatology services, on demand, 24/7/365
- Inflammatory arthritis evaluation and management
- Autoimmune and connective tissue disease workup
- Biologic therapy initiation and monitoring
- Inpatient flare management and discharge planning
- Inpatient, ED, and outpatient access across Acute Care facilities
- The specific case mix will vary by facility; the ideal candidate is comfortable managing a broad range of inflammatory and autoimmune rheumatologic conditions across inpatient settings.
Consultation Model
- Live video for complex or urgent presentations
- Asynchronous review of labs, imaging, and notes for routine consults
- Recommendations documented directly in the facility's EMR
- Routine consult turnaround within defined service levels, with urgent escalation pathways for acute flares and time-sensitive presentations
Qualifications
- Board-certified in Rheumatology (ABIM or equivalent)
- Active, unrestricted medical license(s); willingness to obtain additional state licensure as needed
- Experience managing inpatient and outpatient rheumatologic conditions
- Comfortable practicing in a telehealth/virtual care model
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with hospital-based care teams
What MindCare Offers
- Opportunity to be part of a new, growing specialty service line from the ground up
- Flexible, remote telehealth practice model
- Support from MindCare's 24/7 Care Navigation Hub for consult coordination and escalation management
- Competitive per-encounter and/or hourly compensation models
- Credentialing and licensure support
About MindCare Solutions
MindCare Solutions is a premier provider of behavioral health services, supporting hospitals, emergency departments, inpatient behavioral health units, long-term care centers, correctional settings and various other clinical settings.
We partner with healthcare organizations to deliver top-tier, end-to-end behavioral health solutions, integrating evidence-based care pathways, advanced technology, and exceptional providers. Our organization is committed to enhancing mental health care accessibility and efficacy through innovative solutions and strong partnerships, ensuring that high-quality, patient-centered care is delivered to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.