Rheumatologist Jobs in Massachusetts

Rheumatologist jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the country, concentrated across academic medical centers, large integrated health systems, and specialty group practices, with openings at every level from early-career physicians completing fellowship to senior attending and department-director roles. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring, with major employers including Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Lahey Health, and UMass Memorial Health maintaining consistent rheumatology demand. The most sought-after specialties are inflammatory arthritis, lupus and connective tissue disease management, and musculoskeletal ultrasound. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles5
Top employerBeth Israel Lahey Health
Top cityBurlington, MA
Cities hiring4
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Boston Medical Center
Rheumatologist
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Rheumatologist
Boston Medical Center
Brockton, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$255k - $300k/yr
5,001-10,000

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Beth Israel Lahey Health
Rheumatologist – Burlington, MA
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Rheumatologist – Burlington, MA
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Burlington, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$350k - $450k/yr

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Beth Israel Lahey Health
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Rheumatologist
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Burlington, Massachusetts
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$350k - $450k/yr
On-Site
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Cambridge Health Alliance
Rheumatologist
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Rheumatologist
Cambridge Health Alliance
Medford, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
$245k - $285k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.
Rheumatologist
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Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.
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Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.
Lexington, Massachusetts
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$210k - $357k/yr
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Rheumatologist Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Burlington
2 jobs
Medford
1 job
Brockton
1 job
Lexington
1 job

Rheumatologist Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Beth Israel Lahey Health
Beth Israel Lahey Health2 open roles
Boston Medical Center
Boston Medical Center1 open role
Cambridge Health Alliance
Cambridge Health Alliance1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in rheumatologist jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Active Massachusetts medical license issued by the Board of Registration in Medicine
  • Board certification or eligibility in rheumatology through the American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Completion of an accredited rheumatology fellowship program following internal medicine residency
  • Clinical experience with inflammatory arthritis, autoimmune disease, and musculoskeletal conditions
  • Proficiency with musculoskeletal ultrasound and joint aspiration and injection procedures
  • Experience with electronic health record systems used in Massachusetts health systems such as Epic

Rheumatologist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a rheumatologist in Massachusetts?

Becoming a rheumatologist in Massachusetts requires completing medical school, an internal medicine residency, and a two-year accredited rheumatology fellowship, then obtaining a Massachusetts medical license through the Board of Registration in Medicine. You must also pass USMLE steps and achieve board certification or eligibility in rheumatology through the American Board of Internal Medicine. Massachusetts does not require a separate state rheumatology credential beyond the medical license and standard board pathway.

How much do rheumatologists make in Massachusetts?

Rheumatologists in Massachusetts earn a median of about $236,580 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,630 for the lowest 10% to over $431,300 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire rheumatologists in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring rheumatologists in Massachusetts right now include Beth Israel Lahey Health, Boston Medical Center, and Cambridge Health Alliance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of academic medical systems and affiliated community practices means many openings come with teaching or research components alongside clinical responsibilities.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most rheumatologist jobs?

Burlington, Medford, and Brockton have the most rheumatologist openings in Massachusetts. Boston drives the largest share through its cluster of world-class academic medical centers and affiliated specialty networks, while Worcester and Springfield reflect the growing rheumatology demand at regional health systems like UMass Memorial and Baystate Health serving central and western Massachusetts populations.

Are there remote rheumatologist jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. Rheumatology is a hands-on specialty that depends on physical examination, joint procedures, and in-person patient management, so fully remote roles are limited. About 0% of rheumatologist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The portions of the role most suited to remote work are telehealth follow-up visits for stable patients and administrative or consultative responsibilities within larger health systems.

How can I get hired as a rheumatologist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly through fellowship completion to academic medical centers and large health systems that actively recruit new attending physicians, with Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Lahey Health, and Boston Children's Hospital regularly bringing on fellowship graduates. Candidates without independent attending experience can target clinical instructor or junior faculty roles at teaching institutions, or associate physician positions within multispecialty group practices. Holding an active Massachusetts medical license and ABIM board eligibility at the time of application gives early-career candidates the clearest competitive edge.

Where can I find and apply to rheumatologist jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to rheumatologist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty focus and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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