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Denver, Colorado

Rheumatology Physician

RheumatologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$203k-$261k

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Job Description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Rheumatology Physician to join our team!

We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department: Rheumatology Physicians

Job Summary

In collaboration with Denver Health's rheumatology division chief, any rheumatologist employed at Denver Health is responsible for participation on the clinical practice team. Rheumatology Physicians are responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with a wide range of rheumatological conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other autoimmune disorders.

Essential Functions

Conducting patient consultations, medical evaluations, and diagnostic tests to determine the underlying causes of rheumatological conditions (20%)

Creating and implementing personalized treatment plans for patients, which may include medication, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes (20%)

Conducting follow-up appointments to monitor patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary (20%)

Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as physical therapists and occupational therapists, to provide comprehensive care for patients (20%)

Participating in clinical research studies to advance our understanding of rheumatological conditions and treatment options (10%)

Staying up-to-date with the latest developments in rheumatology research and treatment options (10%)

Education

Doctorate Degree Required

Work Experience

Licenses

  • MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required and
  • BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required and
  • ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association Required and
  • PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association Required or
  • NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Program - AHA - American Heart Association Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge and interest in multi-disciplinary ambulatory care, ability to work in teams and motivate physicians and other providers to improve quality, patient experience and operational efficiency.

  • Communicate effectively with a wide variety staff and as well as administration.
  • Possess critical thinking, analytical and teaching/coaching skills.

Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff while providing quality medical care, able to analyze, interpret and act upon relevant clinical and financial data that pertain to the practice.

Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.

  • Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.
  • Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
  • Ability to accept and implement change.
  • Demonstrated history of positive collegial relations with colleagues, support staff, providers, administrators and patients.
  • Ability to interface with electronic health record systems required.

Shift: Days (United States of America)

  • Work Type
  • Regular

Salary

$202,600.00 - $260,500.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community.

Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs.

We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions.

When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

  • Here is a small list of our benefit programs:
  • Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
  • 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
  • Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
  • Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
  • Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
  • Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
  • Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

Tuition Reimbursement & Assistance

  • Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
  • Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
  • National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.

Key Responsibilities

The Rheumatology Physician is responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with various rheumatological conditions through consultations and personalized treatment plans. They also collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and participate in clinical research to advance rheumatology care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctorate degree and possess a valid MD-Physician license along with BLS, ACLS, and PALS or NRP certifications. Strong clinical, analytical, and interpersonal skills are required to manage medical staff and provide high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient consultationMedical evaluationDiagnostic testingTreatment planningAnalytical skillsCommunicationElectronic health recordsTeam collaboration

Rheumatology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$232k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $225k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Rheumatology market look like in Colorado?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$203k–$261kRheumatology median $313k (middle half $290k–$329k)69 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$225k in purchasing powerColorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentColorado Physician listings: 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 18% offer loan repayment364 active listings, Nov 2026
Rheumatology hiring demandnot ranked this monthpostings stay open a median 73 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 52 postings, 32 closed
New Rheumatology listings56 in the last 30 days34 the 30 days before (+65%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Rheumatologist Jobs

6 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

6 jobs · 4 employers
1
$297k
0
$315k-335k
0
$335k-355k
4
$355k-375k
1
$375k

Annual compensation range

#1

Physician - Rheumatologist

Community Health Centers of America · Livingston, California

$300k-$375k
#2

Rheumatologist | Unity Health

UnitedHealth Group · Hudson, Ohio

$224k-$371k
#3

Rheumatologist | Reliant Medical Group

$224k-$371k
#4

Rheumatologist - Lake Success, NY

$224k-$371k
+ 4 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 3.0
Below most Rheumatology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 161 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Denver Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Denver, CO
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
Retirement Plan (up to 9.5% employer contribution)
28 days PTO
Tuition Reimbursement
PSLF Eligible

Living in Denver

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$556k≈ 2.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,855/mo≈ 11% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.