Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Rheumatology in Hanover, PA

Company: LocumJobsNetwork
Location: Hanover
Posted on: January 20, 2026

Job Description:

Doctor of Medicine | Rheumatology Location: Hanover, PA Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsNetwork is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Rheumatology MD in Hanover, Pennsylvania, 17331! JOB OVERVIEW Job Title: Physician Rheumatology Job Type: Locum Tenens Location: Hanover, PA Service Setting: Outpatient (Minimal hospital consults via phone) Coverage Type: Clinical Only Coverage Period: January 2, 2026 Ongoing Clinical Shift Schedule: MonFri, 8a430p On-Call Shift Schedule: None PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics: Adults only Patient Volume/Census: 1216 OP per day Admissions: No Rounding: Minimal (05 hospital consults/month, by phone only) Phone Consults: Yes (hospital consults via phone) Case Mix: 1. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Reactive Arthritis 2. Vasculitis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Temporal Arteritis (TA), Polyarteritis Nodosa, Wegener'sGranulomatosis 3. Inflammatory Myopathies, Polymyalgia Rheumatica 4. Gout & Crystal Arthropathies 5. Osteoporosis / Bone Health 6. Sarcoidosis 7. Lupus, Scleroderma, Sjogren'sSyndrome, Raynaud'sPhenomenon, Positive ANA with associated symptoms (rash, joint pain/swelling, pleural effusion, pericarditis) FACILITY INFORMATION EMR: Epic Support Staff: APPs & clinic staff Reason for Coverage: Turnover Vacancy Other Specialties On-Site: None PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital Privileges Required: Yes (Full Privileges) Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (estimated credentialing 90 days) Credentialing Timeline: 90 days COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES Joint Injections JOB REQUIREMENTS Active PA license or IMLC BC/BE DEA BLS Experience: Minimum 1 year Proficiency with Epic; capable of supervising APPs; comfortable with adult rheumatology cases DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide OP rheumatology care (1216 patients/day) Conduct office visits, video visits, and APP supervision Manage in-basket (admin/clinical tasks) Perform joint injections as needed Provide hospital consults by phone (05 per month during office hours) Collaborate with support staff & ensure continuity of care ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Estimated Shifts per Month: 20 (flexible: 1020 possible) Workload: 36 patient-facing hours/week Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment Choose assignments based on your preferred locations, accommodating personal preferences or opportunities for family visits and exploration. Embrace remote work options in telemedicine or virtual healthcare settings, leveraging technology to deliver care from anywhere while maintaining professional engagement. Explore entrepreneurial ventures in healthcare, such as locum tenens agencies or consulting services, leveraging your expertise and network gained from locum work. Reinvent your career by exploring new specialties or transitioning to different healthcare sectors, seizing opportunities for personal and professional growth. Tailor your schedule to suit your lifestyle, allowing for personal commitments and travel. 1665107EXPTEMP

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