Rheumatologist

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an experienced Rheumatology Physician to provide clinical leadership and support an established rheumatology practice serving patients in Colorado Springs and Littleton. This unique opportunity offers significant flexibility, allowing the role to be tailored to professional goals, including direct patient care, physician leadership, practice oversight, and APP supervision. The physician will be critical in ensuring ongoing clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and operational continuity within the practice.

Practice Info

• Established rheumatology practice serving patients throughout the Colorado Springs and Littleton communities
• Exceptional flexibility in practice structure and day-to-day responsibilities
• Ability to tailor clinical, supervisory, and leadership responsibilities based on the physician's interests and availability
• Collaborative environment with experienced APPs and operational support teams
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient access and continuity of care in the community

Responsibilities

• Provide rheumatology expertise and clinical leadership to support practice operations
• Supervise and collaborate with Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state, regulatory, and organizational requirements
• Serve as the physician leader and support the ongoing management of the practice's professional corporation structure, as applicable
• Promote high-quality, patient-centered care and clinical best practices
• Partner with operational and clinical teams to maintain a safe and effective care environment
• Support physician oversight responsibilities necessary to meet practice and regulatory requirements

Compensation

• Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $224,000 - $371,000
• Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

Shift & Schedule

• Ability to be in-office in Littleton Colorado at least once per month
• Flexibility to work remotely
• Hybrid schedule with three in-office days per week

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified in Rheumatology
• Active and unrestricted Colorado medical license, or ability to obtain licensure
• Experience practicing as a Rheumatologist
• Experience supervising and collaborating with Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
• Understanding of physician practice operations, compliance, and regulatory requirements
• Proven solid leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation