Lead a New Rheumatology Service Line in a Thriving Regional Medical Center

Position Highlights

• Unique opportunity to establish and lead a new rheumatology service line in a high-demand market

• Immediate patient volume supported by a strong, built-in referral network

• Practice autonomy with the ability to shape your schedule, clinic structure, and clinical focus

• Employed position within a stable, physician-friendly, not-for-profit health system

• 438-bed regional referral center serving a 23-county area with a population over 700,000

Practice Details
This is an outpatient-focused opportunity with flexibility to incorporate inpatient consults as desired. You will have dedicated clinic space, experienced support staff, and the option to work alongside an advanced practice provider. The practice is designed for efficiency and growth, supported by a strong primary care base and established specialty network that ensures a steady stream of referrals.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive MGMA-based salary with strong production incentive potential

• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, and malpractice coverage

• Generous paid time off and CME allowance

• Retirement plan with employer contribution

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

Why St. Bernards Healthcare?
St. Bernards Healthcare is a mission-driven, not-for-profit system with more than 125 years of service to Northeast Arkansas. Physicians benefit from strong administrative support, modern facilities, and a collaborative medical staff. Recent investments include a new surgery and ICU tower, reflecting the organization’s commitment to growth, innovation, and physician success.

Why Jonesboro, Arkansas?

• Thriving college town home to Arkansas State University

• Just one hour from Memphis, Tennessee

• Low cost of living with a high quality of life

• Excellent schools and family-friendly community

• Abundant outdoor recreation, dining, and entertainment options

Ideal Candidate

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology

• Interested in building and growing a new specialty service line

• Collaborative, patient-focused, and motivated for long-term success

Take the Next Step
Join a health system where you can build something meaningful, grow a successful practice, and make a lasting impact in a community that truly needs rheumatology care.

About St. Bernards Healthcare

St. Bernards Healthcare is a leading regional, nonprofit health system based in Jonesboro, Arkansas, committed to its mission of providing Christ-like healing to all in the communities we serve. Founded in 1900 by the Olivetan Benedictine Sisters, St. Bernards has grown from a six-room hospital into a comprehensive, integrated health system serving 23 counties across Northeast Arkansas and Southeast Missouri.

At the center of the system is St. Bernards Medical Center, a 450+ bed acute care facility and the largest referral hospital in eastern Arkansas and southeastern Missouri. The Medical Center is home to a Level III Trauma Center, the region’s only NICU, and a full complement of advanced medical, surgical, and critical care services.

Clinical Scope & Advanced Services

St. Bernards offers a broad range of services including emergency medicine, heart and vascular care, cancer care, women’s and children’s services, surgical specialties, primary care, senior services, rehabilitation, and behavioral health. With more than 100 care locations and a strong outpatient and specialty clinic network, patients receive coordinated, high-quality care close to home.

As a true regional referral center, St. Bernards delivers high-acuity, tertiary-level care, including ECMO, LVAD implantation and management, and complex thrombectomy procedures, supported by experienced specialists, modern technology, and multidisciplinary care teams.

Growth & Facilities

Recent growth reflects St. Bernards’ long-term commitment to clinical excellence. A 245,000-square-foot surgical and intensive care tower recently opened on the Jonesboro campus, expanding operating room capacity, ICU beds, and advanced procedural capabilities to support continued growth and innovation.

Why Join St. Bernards

Physicians at St. Bernards practice in a collaborative, mission-driven environment with strong leadership support, modern facilities, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing regional referral center.

About Jonesboro, Arkansas

Jonesboro is a vibrant, family-friendly community of approximately 80,000 residents and serves as the commercial, educational, and medical hub of Northeast Arkansas. The city offers an excellent quality of life with a low cost of living, minimal commute times, and a welcoming, close-knit feel.

Home to Arkansas State University, Jonesboro provides access to Division I athletics, arts and cultural events, and continuing educational opportunities. Residents enjoy a wide range of outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, golf, and nearby lakes and state parks, along with a growing dining, shopping, and entertainment scene.

Jonesboro is particularly attractive for families, offering strong public and private school options, faith-based communities, and a safe, supportive environment. Its central location allows easy travel to Memphis, Little Rock, and other regional destinations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Guaranteed base salary (MGMA Plus)

• Productivity and quality bonus incentives

• Relocation and moving expenses

• Comprehensive family health and dental insurance

• Malpractice insurance

• Retirement plan

• CME allowance