Barton Associates
We are seeking a Rheumatologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois, starting Jan 5, 2026. This role involves providing inpatient and consultative rheumatology care, primarily offering call coverage for consults via phone and rounding on patients approximately every other week.
Job Details
Location: Illinois
Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
LOA: 120 days
Provider Type Needed: Rheumatologist
Schedule: Call coverage weekly; occasional onsite rounding on consulted patients, approximately once every other week
Responsibilities and Duties
Provide inpatient and consultative rheumatology care
Offer call coverage for rheumatology consults via phone
Round on patients in person approximately every other week as needed
Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure quality patient care
Additional Information
Illinois medical license required
Board certification in Rheumatology required
Prior experience in inpatient and consult rheumatology preferred
Benefits
Strong compensation
Travel-related expenses covered
A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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Job Details
Location: Illinois
Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
LOA: 120 days
Provider Type Needed: Rheumatologist
Schedule: Call coverage weekly; occasional onsite rounding on consulted patients, approximately once every other week
Responsibilities and Duties
Provide inpatient and consultative rheumatology care
Offer call coverage for rheumatology consults via phone
Round on patients in person approximately every other week as needed
Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure quality patient care
Additional Information
Illinois medical license required
Board certification in Rheumatology required
Prior experience in inpatient and consult rheumatology preferred
Benefits
Strong compensation
Travel-related expenses covered
A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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