Rheumatology in Upstate New York
$400K+ Potential, Build a Needed Service Line, Flexible Schedule
Join a community-focused health system in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York and establish a much-needed Rheumatology program tailored to your clinical interests and lifestyle. This opportunity offers strong earning potential, a flexible practice design, and the chance to shape care delivery in a growing market with extensive hospital support.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible Outpatient Practice: Design your schedule with options for part-time, four-and-a-half-day weeks, or four nine-hour days
- Build a High-Demand Service: Lead a new Rheumatology program with immediate referrals from local primary care and orthopedic providers, plus the backing of a $50M campus expansion
- Strong Hospital Partnership: Join a physician-led team with access to on-site imaging (DEXA, CT, MRI), lab, and a collaborative network including Upstate and University of Rochester specialists
- Generous Financial Package: $325,000 guaranteed base plus wRVU incentives for total compensation over $400,000, plus a $25K-$50K medical directorship stipend, signing bonus, relocation, and eligibility for up to $60,000 in DANY loan forgiveness
- Comprehensive Benefits: Includes malpractice with tail, full health coverage, 4 weeks PTO, 7 holidays, CME allowance, and a 403b plan with 5% employer match
Candidate Requirement
- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Rheumatology (MD or DO)
- Open to American or international graduates (H1B & J1 visas supported)
- Interest in long-term practice building and delivering patient-centered care
About Auburn, New York
Auburn sits in the heart of New York's scenic Finger Lakes, offering small-town charm with close access to Syracuse, Rochester, and Geneva. Enjoy four-season outdoor recreation, friendly neighborhoods, local wineries and festivals, and a cost of living that lets your earnings go further. With strong schools and a welcoming community, Auburn is the perfect place to build your practice and put down roots.
Apply today to explore how this position can help you focus on the work that matters most to you.
