Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Rheumatology in Arkansas

Company: LocumJobsOnline
Location: Little Rock
Posted on: February 12, 2026

Job Description:

Doctor of Medicine | Rheumatology Location: Arkansas Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Rheumatology MD in Arkansas! We are seeking a Rheumatologist for a locum tenens assignment in Arkansas beginning Feb 16, 2026. This opportunity offers clinic and call coverage, Monday through Friday, 7am to 4pm, with 24-hour call after clinic and flexible scheduling options. The assignment is 84 days in length and involves treating a diverse rheumatology case mix. Providers with at least 2 years of experience and a clean background are highly preferred. Job Details - Location: Arkansas - Start Date: Feb 16, 2026 - LOA: 84 days - Provider Type Needed: Rheumatologist - Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7am-4pm (clinic) plus 24-hour call after clinic; weeknight call (4pm-7am) and weekend call (24 hours, 7am-7am); ideally 2 weeks per month, but will consider 1 week per month or full-time Responsibilities and Duties - Provide comprehensive rheumatology care in a clinic setting - Participate in call coverage as required - Manage cases including fibromyalgia, gout, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus, myositis, and lupus - Conduct consults and follow-up appointments - Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as needed Additional Information - Arkansas medical license required - Board certification in Rheumatology required - Ideally seeking candidates with 2 years of experience - Must be open to ongoing coverage and flexible scheduling - Clean background highly preferred, but not required 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. LI-SC1 About Barton Associates The Locum Tenens Experts Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help. The Best Talent in the Industry - Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are. Maximize Patient Access And Revenue - Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation. Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive - Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive. A Proactive Approach - We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges. Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process - From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest! Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided - Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge. Industry Leading Support - When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible. 1698457EXPPLAT

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