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Rheumatologist

Lifepoint Health · Florence, AL

Posted September 20, 2026

North Alabama Medical Center · 1701 Veterans Drive, Florence, AL, US, 35630

Your Healing Mission Matters

As a Rheumatologist with North Alabama Shoals Hospital in Muscle Shoals, AL, you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valuable member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization centered on caring with a local heart for the communities we serve. You'll contribute to our positive, collaborative work environment as a culture champion while having access to the staff, resources and technologies you need to impact patient care. You'll find yourself in a work environment where what truly matters is achievable - from your career goals to your own well-being.

Position Details

- Work schedule: Mon-Thurs 7:30am-5pm

- 25-30 patients per day

- Clinic call is telephone only

- Clinic is conveniently located on hospital campus

- New graduates welcome to apply

Our Compensation Package Can Include:

- Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus

- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

- Paid time off and retirement plan

- Comprehensive health and well-being benefits

- Student loan repayment assistance

- Early-commitment residency stipend

- Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days

- Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage

- Marketing and practice growth assistance

About Our Hospital and Health System

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is a 178-bed hospital located in Muscle Shoals, AL, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

About the Community

Muscle Shoals is a vibrant riverfront city situated on the banks of the Tennessee River in northwest Alabama. With a rich cultural heritage and a dynamic arts and music scene, Muscle Shoals offers something for everyone. The city hosts the renowned W.C. Handy Music Festival and provides access to world-class bass fishing, golf, and abundant outdoor recreation. Its small-town charm is complemented by modern amenities, excellent schools, and a welcoming community. Muscle Shoals is conveniently located just 1 hour west of Huntsville, 2 hours north of Birmingham, and 2 hours south of Nashville, offering the perfect balance of convenience and quality of life.

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NASH is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Employer

Lifepoint Health

At Lifepoint Health, we create places where physicians and providers thrive – offering you opportunities to grow, collaborate and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Here, you’ll find a supportive environment where your voice is valued, your expertise is respected and your work truly matters. We believe great care starts with caring for our providers, offering the flexibility and resources you need to succeed, both in your practice and in life. Join a team committed to delivering exceptional care, building strong relationships and advancing our mission of making communities healthier®.

A network of opportunities

The right community and place of care awaits you. Coast to coast, our healthcare network encompasses hospital, clinic and outpatient center settings serving acute care, behavioral health and rehabilitation patients.

Our community hospitals offer comprehensive quality care where people need it most – close to home. With locations in 31 states across the country, you can be part of providing healthcare to diverse communities that need it the most. Our nationwide reach and scale also mean more paths for growth and advancement.

 

Livability

80,720
Florence population
$172K
Avg 3-bedroom home
74° / 55°
Avg high / low
Nearby cities
Decatur
41.8 mi
Pop. 57,760
Athens
40.4 mi
Pop. 27,474
Muscle Shoals
5.9 mi
Pop. 16,670
Source: US Census Bureau
Annual family budget — Lauderdale County
—
Housing, food, transport, healthcare, childcare & taxes for a typical family
$172K
Avg 3-bedroom home
$820
Avg monthly rent
Source: EPI Family Budget Calculator
Source: Zillow
74° / 55°
Avg high / low
67.45 in
Yearly rainfall
302
Sunny days / yr
Source: WeatherAPI.com
Population — ZIP 35630
33,252
Total residents
14,890
Male residents
18,362
Female residents
Age distribution
total
33,252
0-9
3,634
10-19
3,719
20-29
7,261
30-39
4,268
40-49
3,015
50-59
3,389
60-69
3,922
70-79
2,352
80+
1,692
Ethnicity
White
23,812
Black Or African American
6,753
American Indian Or Alaskan Native
248
Asian
261
Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander
36
Other
535
Two Or More
1,607
Source: US Census Bureau
43
Walk Score — Car-Dependent
30
Bike Score — Somewhat Bikeable
Source: WalkScore.com
Nearby airports
Nashville International Airport (BNA) 105.42 mi
Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) 6.15 mi
Huntsville International Carl T Jones Field (HSV) 51.91 mi
Tupelo Regional Airport (TUP) 73.97 mi
McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport (MKL) 88.81 mi
Source: FAA database