Rheumatologist - Riverside
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Job Description
Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) is a physician-led partnership with strong values that support a patient-centered and evidence-based approach to medicine.
Provides our physicians with the resources and support systems needed to ensure every physician can focus on practicing medicine, connecting with one another, and providing the best possible care to their patients.
Additional Information
- Board Certified or Board Eligible
- Please note rates are subject to change and may be temporary due to operational needs. Please inquire with a recruiter for additional details.
About the Area
Riverside County encompasses an area known as the Inland Empire. It also includes the greater Palm Springs/Coachella resort area. Riverside features an extensive range of relatively affordable housing options, notable schools, and outdoor recreational opportunities. The county encapsulates a small-town feel with local attractions including seasonal fruit picking and local wineries.
Working Here
With its large geographical footprint, Riverside offers both the stability of the Permanente system and a high level of independence.
Physicians are offered incredible variety—they can work in an urban setting or in rural locations with a small-town feel; at the main medical center or a satellite office; at the foot of the San Bernardino mountains or in the desert.
Yet there are strong threads that run throughout our area: a culture of first-name collegiality, healthy work-life balance, and flexibility. A high level of respect from patients also helps unify the area and render the caregiving experience deeply gratifying.
With its exceptional growth rate—perhaps the highest in the region—the area is still evolving, with new talent and ideas arriving each week. This keeps keep the Riverside environment fresh, young, and exciting, with leadership opportunities being presented regularly.
Equal Employment Opportunity
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, patient-centered, and evidence-based rheumatological care to patients within the Southern California Permanente Medical Group system. Collaborate with colleagues in a collegial environment while maintaining a focus on clinical excellence and professional development.
Requirements
Candidates must be either Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology. Applicants must also pass a background check and drug screening as part of the hiring process.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Rheumatology — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Rheumatology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.9 / 10 · top 25% in rheumatology | ranked against 162 Rheumatology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Rheumatology median $322k (middle half $289k–$342k)17 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | California index 110.7 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Rheumatology listings in California | 32 active | 164 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Rheumatology pay trend | +4.4% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Rheumatologist - Riverside at Southern California Permanente Medical Group a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Rheumatology — ranked against 162 active Rheumatology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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