Ring in the New Year with a Fulfilling Career in Rheumatology in Virginia

Sentara Medical Group is seeking a Rheumatologist to join our growing outpatient practice in beautiful Harrisonburg, Virginia. Come join our amazing team of hands-on caregivers in the mission to transform the health and lives of our patients! Our positive, collegial environment embraces respect, communication, and individualized care.  Be a part of an award-winning, nationally recognized, innovative, nonprofit healthcare system. Our physician-led organization is a top-tier, high performing multi-specialty group that brings together over 2,000 providers to deliver quality and compassionate care to our communities.

*Named One of the Top Five Large Healthcare Systems in the Country by IBM Watson Health and included on Forbes list of Best Employers*

Sentara RMH Medical Center is located on a picturesque 254-acre site in the Shenandoah Valley. Opened in 2010, SRMH is a 238-bed, all private room, not-for-profit hospital that has served its community for over 100 years in this beautiful university town.

About the position

• 2 Infusion Centers within the hospital
• Clinic space is located on the hospital campus and is supported by experienced office and clinical staff
• Flexible schedule, M-F or 4 longer days with 1 day off
• Hospital and Clinic equipped with EPIC, Dragon, Up to Date and more
• Join a collegial Rheumatology team: 2 Physicians, 1 NP
• Light call: excellent work/life balance
• Onsite Radiology - X-Ray, MRI, CT, DEXA, Nuclear
• Robust compensation package
• Sign on/commencement $49,500
• Strong patient referral program

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and more
• Fully Integrated EHR (Epic)
• Malpractice and Tail coverage
• Nationally competitive compensation package
• Physician time off
• Retention Bonus
• Retirement Package with Matching Contribution
• 501(c)3 Not-For-Profit organization, qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Community Highlights

Harrisonburg lies in the heart of the gorgeous Shenandoah Valley, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountains – The Blue Ridge to the east, contributing to picturesque sunrises, and the Allegheny Mountains to the west, providing the outstanding sunsets we enjoy every evening.

The surrounding mountains inspire an active lifestyle, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the fresh air and the countryside. Numerous walking trails, public parks, and access nearby to the Appalachian Trail make Harrisonburg a haven for hiking, biking and walking.

For those who like to shop and appreciate access to a wide range of options, there are myriad choices to augment Harrisonburg’s many offerings not far away: Charlottesville and the Historic Downtown Mall just 45 minutes away, the bustling town of Winchester a mere hour’s drive north, and Richmond, Roanoke, and Washington DC all just 2 hours away.

Harrisonburg, Virginia is a charming and vibrant city that offers a wealth of amenities and attractions for residents. Whether you’re a student, young professional, or family, there’s something for everyone here.

Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities we serve. Please contact Lindsay Fanney to hear more about this opportunity.

Sentara RMH Medical Center is a 238-bed, not-for-profit community hospital located in the beautiful and historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. For over 100 years SRMH has been delivering advanced medical care to its seven-county service area with a population close to 225,000.

Annual services provided at SRMH include over 16,000 inpatients, 1,700 babies delivered, 18,000 surgical procedures, 74,000 cancer treatments and more than 70,000 emergency department visits. In 2010, SRMH opened its new, state-of-the-art hospital, located on a 254-acre site overlooking the Massanutten mountain range. This new LEED-Gold certified facility brings the latest in health and wellness to the community.

Awards and Recognitions: 

• Top CMS Ratings: Eight Sentara hospitals earned 4- or 5-star ratings in the 2024 CMS Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings, exceeding the national 3-star average.
• DNV Accreditation: All Sentara hospitals meet rigorous standards for quality and clinical best practices.
• Forbes Recognition: Named one of America’s Best-In-State Employers (2024).
• LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality: All hospitals received High Performer designation from the Human Rights Campaign (2024).
• Leapfrog Safety Grades: 11 hospitals earned “A” or “B” grades for Fall 2024, recognizing exceptional patient safety.
• Magnet Recognition®: 10 Sentara hospitals have earned Magnet Recognition Program® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
• Newsweek Recognition: Five hospitals ranked in Best-In-State Hospitals 2025.
• Veteran Support: Proud V3-certified employer since 2013, committed to recruiting and retaining military veterans.

Harrisonburg and Rockingham County have an area population of 130,000 with easy access to Interstates 81, 64 and 66. The community boasts award winning school systems, a diverse economy, affordable cost of living, vibrant downtown and historic roots. We are nationally known for our cultural activities and abundance of outdoor recreation based on the community’s proximity to the Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park, Appalachian Trail, Shenandoah River, and Massanutten Four Season Resort.

Cultural venues include music, sporting events and theatre performances provided by programs at James Madison University, Eastern Mennonite University and Bridgewater College. Offering a moderate climate that allows residents to enjoy the best four seasons, the Valley is an ideal place to call home. Harrisonburg is within an hour drive of Charlottesville, two hours from Washington D.C., Richmond and Roanoke. It is a safe and family friendly community.