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Posted May 26, 2026

Rheumatologist Opportunity with Competitive Pay at Thriving Practice - Lexington Health - South Caro

Lexington Health, Inc.
West Columbia, SC, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is looking for a fellowship-trained rheumatologist to become part of our team of five physicians within a well-established group. Located on the main campus of our health network, we offer a comprehensive range of treatment services, including onsite imaging and infusion therapies.

Position Highlights:
  • Attractive compensation

  • Provide care to patients in an outpatient environment, benefiting from a fully equipped clinic

  • Enjoy a flexible four-day clinic schedule in a collaborative rheumatology practice

  • Gain access to a substantial patient referral network from over 25 primary care and 30 specialty practices, including fields such as ophthalmology, neurology, endocrinology, and interventional pain management

  • Support from Advanced Practice Providers (APP)

  • Work alongside an experienced clinical team

  • Utilize an onsite infusion suite equipped with 10 chairs

About Our Health Network:

Our health network is a comprehensive system that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, and over 9,000 healthcare professionals. We also operate a 607-bed teaching hospital located in West Columbia, South Carolina. Recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare, we were the first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked among the best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, we deliver over 4,000 babies annually and perform more than 34,000 surgeries each year, making us the region's third-largest employer.

Our network also features an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state's first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer's care center. We offer postgraduate medical education programs, including family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship.

We are dedicated to providing quality, cost-effective benefits for our employees and their families. Competitive Benefits Starting Day ONE:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Retirement and Savings Plans

  • 24/7 Live Epic EMR Support from our onsite team

  • Relocation Assistance and Sign-On Bonus

  • Annual CME Allowance

  • Occurrence-based Malpractice Insurance

  • Life, Accidental, and Critical Illness Insurance

  • Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability (after 90 days)

  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Daycare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • 529 College Savings Plans

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Dependent Life Insurance

  • Onsite Child Care Center

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer

  • Health Directions Gym Membership

  • Employee Discounts and Services

In addition to a supportive and collegial atmosphere, competitive compensation, and immediate benefits, our award-winning in-house marketing services will assist you in establishing a strong community presence, enabling you to build your patient panel from day one.

Community Highlights:
  • Located in the capital city of Columbia, South Carolina, with easy access to various southeastern cities in NC, GA, and FL; a thriving economic environment and rich cultural diversity

  • South Carolina is recognized as one of the fastest-growing states in the nation

  • Home to top-rated public school districts along with several private and charter school options

  • Host to the University of South Carolina Gamecocks and SEC Division I sporting events

  • Access to high-quality entertainment at venues like Colonial Life Arena and the Koger Center for the Arts

  • Vibrant nightlife in the Congaree Vista and a variety of local businesses throughout the Main Street District and beyond

  • Attractions such as Riverbanks Zoo and the Soda City Market every Saturday morning

  • National parks and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, with proximity to Lake Murray and the Congaree Riverwalk

West Columbia, South Carolina, is situated in the Midlands region, offering an affordable, family-friendly community. Its central location, positive economic climate, cultural diversity, and recreational options make the Columbia area an ideal place to work, live, and enjoy life.

For more information about our health network and the services we provide, please visit our website. To explore provider opportunities, benefits, and community details, check our provider recruitment site.

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