Indiana University – Rheumatologist
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Job Description
Company Description
Indiana University Health is the state’s most comprehensive healthcare system, nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report and recognized for delivering exceptional care across multiple specialties. With 16 hospitals and more than 2,700 physicians, IU Health provides access to the most advanced care in Indiana, from primary care to highly specialized tertiary and quaternary services.
IU Health has a unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, one of the nation’s largest and most highly regarded medical schools. This collaboration gives physicians access to innovative research, cutting-edge therapies, and opportunities to teach and mentor the next generation of healthcare providers.
Job Description
Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Physicians is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Rheumatologist to help reestablish our Rheumatology practice in Muncie, Indiana. This is an exceptional opportunity for 2027 and 2028 Rheumatology Fellows, as well as experienced Rheumatologists, to launch or advance their careers while helping grow an established service line within Indiana's premier academic health system.
Position Highlights
- Help rebuild and grow an established Rheumatology practice with immediate community demand
- 99% outpatient practice with only occasional inpatient consults
- Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 AM–5:00 PM)
- 36 patient-facing hours with 4 hours of dedicated administrative time
- Very light call responsibilities consisting primarily of occasional phone consultations
- Adjunct Faculty appointment with the Indiana University School of Medicine, including opportunities to teach medical students and residents
- Research opportunities available for interested physicians (not required)
- Strong Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine referral base
- Infusion Center and advanced imaging available within the health system
- Opportunity for telehealth as the practice expands
- Outstanding work-life balance
- Additional Information
Why Muncie?
Muncie offers an affordable cost of living, welcoming neighborhoods, and an exceptional quality of life. Home to Ball State University, the community features excellent schools, vibrant arts and entertainment, scenic trails, lakes, and year-round outdoor recreation. Residents also enjoy convenient access to Indianapolis, Chicago, and Cincinnati.
About IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is a 379-bed regional referral and teaching hospital and part of Indiana University Health, Indiana's largest and nationally recognized healthcare system. Physicians benefit from close collaboration with the Indiana University School of Medicine, innovative research opportunities, and the support of a leading academic health system while enjoying the autonomy and work-life balance of a community-based practice.
- Specialty: Rheumatology
- Sub-Specialty: General
- Practice Setting: Inpatient / Outpatient
Key Responsibilities
The Rheumatologist will reestablish and grow an established rheumatology practice in Muncie, Indiana, providing primarily outpatient care. The role includes opportunities for teaching medical students and residents through an adjunct faculty appointment with the Indiana University School of Medicine.
Requirements
Candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Rheumatology. The position is open to both experienced rheumatologists and 2027/2028 fellowship graduates.
Certifications
Key Skills
Rheumatology — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.4 / 10 · top 5% in rheumatology | ranked against 162 Rheumatology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physician median $313k (middle half $290k–$327k)66 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Indiana index 93.3 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physician listings in Indiana | 440 active | 22,848 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Physician pay trend | +1.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Indiana University – Rheumatologist at Korn Ferry Healthcare Careers a 8.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Rheumatology — ranked against 162 active Rheumatology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 162 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- No call
- No weekends
About Korn Ferry Healthcare Careers
Benefits & Perks
Living in Muncie
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $167k
- Typical market rent
- $1,043/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 18 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 88.1
- State income tax
- Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Muncie, IN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.