JOB OVERVIEW
Job Title: Physician Rheumatologist (Telehealth)
Job Type: Locum Tenens
Location: Saranac Lake NY
Service Setting: Telehealth
Coverage Type: Clinical Only
Coverage Period: 07/01/2025 10/24/2025 (16 weeks)
Clinical Shift Schedule: Monday Friday 8:00 AM 5:30 PM (includes 1-hour lunch)
PATIENT INFORMATION
Patient Demographics: Adults with rheumatologic conditions
Patient Volume/Census: TBD
Phone Consults: Yes (via telehealth)
Case Mix: Rheumatology; includes osteoporosis treatment with biologics
FACILITY INFORMATION
EMR System: eClinical Works
Office Equipment Available: Telehealth infrastructure
Support Staff Available: MOA LPN 2 front desk staff
Reason for Coverage: Temporary rheumatology coverage via telehealth
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
Credentialing Timeline: Not specified
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Rate: TBD
Travel Lodging and Malpractice Insurance: Not applicable (telehealth)
Overtime: Daily OT after 8 hours weekly OT after 40 hours (fixed)
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
Management of osteoporosis using biologics
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Licenses: Active New York medical license required
Certifications: Board Certified by ABIM and Rheumatology certification (ABMS or AOA OCC); Board Eligible may be considered
Experience: Telehealth experience required
Other Qualifications: Must reside in New York
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide remote rheumatology care to patients Monday Friday
Treat osteoporosis using biologics
Use eClinical Works EMR for documentation
Collaborate with remote support staff (MOA LPN front desk)