Rheumatologist Jobs in Massachusetts

A Rheumatologist is a specialist physician in the medical sector who diagnoses and treats diseases of the joints, muscles, and bones, commonly known as Rheumatic diseases. These diseases include arthritis, gout, lupus, osteoarthritis, and Rheumatoid arthritis, among others. To effectively perform their duties, Rheumatologists should have excellent diagnostic skills, compassionate patient care abilities, and a thorough understanding of Rheumatic diseases. They should also be skilled in the utilization of medical imaging tools and laboratory tests for disease diagnosis.

Before becoming a Rheumatologist, a physician must take several steps. Firstly, they must complete medical school and then a residency program, typically in internal medicine or pediatrics, where they gain significant clinical experience. After their residency, they then complete a fellowship in Rheumatology. Therefore, before becoming a Rheumatologist, an individual might have roles such as medical school student, internal medicine resident, or pediatric resident. A Rheumatologist should have board certification in Rheumatology and potentially subspecialty certification in pediatric Rheumatology for those working with children.

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Rheumatology Physician

  • MA
  • 5 days ago
  • MA
  • 5 days ago

Due to a planned retirement, a western Massachusetts Medical Center is seeking a locum tenens Rheumatologist for weekday clinic coverage, with occasional hospital consults....

Rheumatologist opening north of Worcester, MA

  • Gardner, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gardner, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Exciting opportunities exist for an energetic, well-qualified Rheumatologist to join our multi-specialty medical group....

Rheumatologist

  • Medford, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Medford, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Cambridge Health Alliance is recruiting a Rheumatologist to join our award-winning public healthcare system in Bostons metro north communities....

Rheumatologist - Reliant Medical Group - Full Time - Sign On / Relocation / Worcester, MA

  • Worcester, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 90+ days ago

Recognized nationally for an innovative, sustainable care model we offer a full range of outpatient primary care and over 30 different specialties including hospital medicine, comprehensive radiology...

Academic Rheumatologist

  • Worcester, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 90+ days ago

The successful candidate will have a strong background in patient care and be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Rheumatology....

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

Moving to Massachusetts? Find some basic demographic data about Massachusetts below.

Local
National
7,029,832
179,192

Salary for Rheumatologist Jobs in Massachusetts

This is the average annual salary for Rheumatologist jobs in Massachusetts as reported by the BLS.

$256,760

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Rheumatologist positions.

Highest Education Level

Rheumatologists in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
43.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Master's Degree
15.1%
High School or GED
11.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
Associate's Degree
3.9%
Some High School
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Rheumatologists in Massachusetts
4-6 years
33.2%
2-4 years
21.2%
1-2 years
13.6%
None
11.0%
8-10 years
9.4%
Less than 1 year
9.4%
6-8 years
2.3%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Rheumatologist position

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