Rheumatologist Opportunity in Beautiful North Carolina

2 months ago
United StatesFull TimeRheumatology

Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

Description

We are currently seeking a Rheumatologist to join Iredell Health System, a non-profit community health system. We are currently looking for the following...
Board-certified Rheumatologist.
Responsible for diagnosing and treating various rheumatic diseases, providing comprehensive care to patients with conditions such as arthritis, lupus, and other autoimmune disorders. This role requires a strong understanding of medical terminology, excellent patient management skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals.

We are Iredell Health System, a prominent healthcare organization nestled 35 miles north of Charlotte, North Carolina. Our system is anchored by a 247-bed hospital, Iredell Memorial, situated in Statesville, NC. We are a longstanding 501c3 organization deeply rooted in our community for 70 years! This opportunity would allow you to live in the gorgeous, highly sought after Lake Norman area, with over 500 of shoreline.

Iredell Physician Network is comprised of 12 primary care clinics, 12 specialty groups, 3 ambulatory surgery centers and 2 urgent cares.
This is an employed position of Iredell Physician Network, affiliated with Iredell Health System.
2-year guarantee with incentive bonuses available.
CME allowance.
Paid malpractice coverage.
Sign-on bonus.

Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Tax deferred annuity plan
Medical and dependent day care reimbursement accounts.
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Cancer/Critical Illness insurance
Supplemental insurance policies
Qualified Employer - Federal PSLF Program
CME Reimbursement
Paid malpractice insurance
Phone Stipend
Our Healthcare System
Iredell Health System is a locally owned and managed 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the communities we serve.
Our footprint is in Iredell County, Alexander County, Davie County and Catawba County.
Our purpose is to provide advanced healthcare while maintaining warmth and compassion, giving our patients the peace of mind that they are getting the best medical care available.
We are anchored by a 247-bed hospital, Iredell Memorial which is the county's largest hospital and the county's ONLY non-profit hospital.
Iredell Memorial Hospital recently earned an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog organization that serves as a voice for the health care consumer.
Iredell Physician Network has 48 providers in eight specialty clinics and eleven primary care practices. Iredell Physician Network also oversees two Urgent Cares, two Ambulatory Surgery Centers, an outpatient Imaging Center and an outpatient rehab center.
Iredell Health System has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Charlotte region by the Charlotte Business Journal and one of the healthiest employers every year since 2021.
An American Heart Association designated "Fit Friendly Place of Work."
Our Healthcare System has over of 1,600 full/part/PRN staff members and over 175 licensed providers.
Accredited by DNV Healthcare USA, one of the world’s leading certification, assurance and risk management providers. The hospital is also certified as a Community Cancer Center by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer.

Our Community
Statesville is located 45 minutes north of Charlotte and Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
We have a vibrant downtown with historic homes, churches and shops.
Statesville is located on the north end of beautiful Lake Norman, and less than one hour away from Blue Ridge Mountains to our west, with fantastic skiing, snowboarding and tubing in the winter. We are also a short 3-hour drive to the ocean in the opposite direction with white sandy beaches and palm trees, all ideal locations for weekend getaways.
Iredell County is also home to Mooresville, NC, also known as Race City, U. S. A.! Home to many NASCAR and Indy Car teams.
Enjoy your time on Lake Norman, with over 500 miles of freshwater shoreline, its perfect for fishing, boating, and water sports.
Iredell County provides an excellent selection of public, private, and charter school options.
To learn more about our beautiful community, visit Downtown Statesville
Requirements
NC Medical License and DEA.
Must be Board Certified.
Ability to work with others and demonstrate leadership qualities
Experience working in a team of healthcare professionals and collaborating with them to ensure positive, effective patient experiences with our organization.
Ability to serve without prejudice or judgement regardless of lifestyle, race, economic status, age, or religious affiliation of patients.

Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Rheumatologist Opportunity in Beautiful North Carolina at Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Rheumatology physician listings evaluated on our platform.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Rheumatology — Physician Career Context

This Rheumatology position at Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Rheumatology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $290k, with the typical range spanning $220k to $380k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

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6.0

Work-Life Balance Score

Top 50%

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Full Time

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