Physician, Rheumatology - Napa

Northbay Health is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Rheumatologist to join Northbay Napa Medical Group in the Napa Valley. Located between the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento, Napa offers an ideal setting for both personal and professional growth, with a strong focus on work-life balance. The Rheumatologist will diagnose, treat, and manage a broad range of musculoskeletal and autoimmune conditions in an outpatient-focused practice, with inpatient consults as needed. Physicians practice alongside a nearly 200-bed acute care hospital in Napa with a Level III trauma center, regional heart and orthopedic centers, and an accredited cancer center. This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, multispecialty team dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the Napa Valley community. At Northbay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective care. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey. Location: Napa, CA, Solano County, CA Inpatient/Outpatient Responsibilities: Primarily outpatient clinic, with inpatient consults and follow-ups as needed Schedule: Part time - Flexible clinic schedule with administrative time Equipment/Resources: Outpatient clinic with in-office joint injection and aspiration capabilities Access to on-site imaging and diagnostic services Access to infusion services for biologic therapies Electronic health record (EHR) supported care coordination Caregiver Support: Collaborative team including primary care providers, medical specialists, nursing and clinical staff, and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) Primary Responsibilities: Patient Care: Diagnose and manage a wide variety of rheumatic and autoimmune conditions while demonstrating commitment, compassion, and integrity Procedures & Therapies: Perform joint injections and aspirations, and manage biologic and infusion therapies Collaborative Care: Coordinate and communicate effectively with primary care providers, specialists, and the care team to deliver comprehensive care Patient Education: Educate patients and families about their conditions, treatment options, and lifestyle changes to improve health outcomes; provide guidance on managing chronic disease and enhancing quality of life Quality & Evidence-Based Practice: Stay current on research and therapeutic advances in rheumatology, apply evidence-based practices to patient care, and participate in quality and clinical research initiatives as opportunities arise Clinical Scope & Services: This role supports a comprehensive rheumatology practice, including: Inflammatory arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and spondyloarthritis Systemic autoimmune diseases, including lupus, Sjögren’s disease, scleroderma, myositis, and vasculitis Crystal arthropathies, including gout and pseudogout Osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and other musculoskeletal conditions Biologic, targeted, and infusion therapies Diagnostic and therapeutic joint injections and aspirations MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship Board-certified or board-eligible in Rheumatology (ABIM, or AOA-recognized osteopathic board) Active and unrestricted California medical license from the Medical Board of California (MD) or Osteopathic Medical Board of California (DO), or eligibility to obtain prior to start Current DEA registration with a California address, or ability to obtain prior to start Experience managing both common and complex rheumatologic conditions; new fellowship graduates encouraged to apply Proficiency in joint injections, aspirations, and biologic treatments Strong clinical diagnostic skills in musculoskeletal and autoimmune disorders Proficiency with electronic health records; Epic and/or Cerner experience a plus Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a patient-centered approach to care Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills Physical Effort and Working Conditions: Attendance is an essential function of the job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Compensation and benefits: Rheumatologist (W2, Part-Time) Total compensation of $287,181 to $441,489 in Year 1 (0.5 to 0.8 FTE) includes; 2-year income guarantee, prorated by FTE, plus production incentives Eligible for up to $20,000 sign-on bonus Eligible for up to $10,000 relocation reimbursement Eligible for retention bonuses starting in Year 2 Quality incentive beginning in Year 3 CME and dues allowance Medical, dental and retirement savings plans