Rheumatologist Jobs in Texas
Rheumatologist jobs in Texas represent one of the most active specialty physician markets in the country, concentrated across large academic health systems, multi-specialty group practices, and Veterans Affairs facilities, with openings at every level from newly fellowship-trained physicians through senior attending and department director roles. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where institutions such as UT Southwestern Medical Center, Baylor Scott and White Health, and Houston Methodist maintain established rheumatology practices. The most in-demand subspecialty areas include inflammatory arthritis, autoimmune and connective tissue disorders, and musculoskeletal ultrasound. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Houston Methodist Hospital is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Rheumatologist to join Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group in the Texas Medical Center.
Join an established academic rheumatology division within one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations. This opportunity offers a primarily outpatient practice, a diverse and complex patient population, academic involvement, and collaboration with nationally recognized specialists across Houston Methodist.
Opportunity
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Primarily outpatient practice focused on musculoskeletal, autoimmune and inflammatory conditions
- Inpatient rheumatology consultations on a rotating basis
- Opportunity to teach fellows, residents and medical students
- Opportunities for clinical research, clinical trials and academic collaboration
- Access to the Houston Methodist Immunology Center, advanced technology and the resources of the Texas Medical Center
- Strong multidisciplinary collaboration across specialties
- Experienced physicians and new fellowship graduates are encouraged to apply
Why Houston Methodist?
Houston Methodist Hospital is the #1 hospital in Texas according to U.S. News & World Report, earning this distinction for the 15th consecutive year. Located in the Texas Medical Center, Houston Methodist provides physicians with access to complex cases, advanced technology, nationally recognized specialists and opportunities for research and academic collaboration.
Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
- Eligible for or currently holds a Texas medical license
- Strong clinical and communication skills
- Commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Sign-on bonus and productivity incentive
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Generous retirement benefits
- Excellent PTO
Welcome to Houston
Houston offers an exceptional quality of life with world-class dining, arts and culture, professional sports, outdoor amenities and no state income tax.
Join Houston Methodist and practice alongside nationally recognized physicians while advancing your clinical and academic career.
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Interested candidates, please forward a copy of your CV to Tricia Selsberg - Selsberg_MDrecruitment@houstonmethodist.org
Houston Methodist Hospital is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Rheumatologist to join Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group in the Texas Medical Center.
Join an established academic rheumatology division within one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations. This opportunity offers a primarily outpatient practice, a diverse and complex patient population, academic involvement, and collaboration with nationally recognized specialists across Houston Methodist.
Opportunity
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Primarily outpatient practice focused on musculoskeletal, autoimmune and inflammatory conditions
- Inpatient rheumatology consultations on a rotating basis
- Opportunity to teach fellows, residents and medical students
- Opportunities for clinical research, clinical trials and academic collaboration
- Access to the Houston Methodist Immunology Center, advanced technology and the resources of the Texas Medical Center
- Strong multidisciplinary collaboration across specialties
- Experienced physicians and new fellowship graduates are encouraged to apply
Why Houston Methodist?
Houston Methodist Hospital is the #1 hospital in Texas according to U.S. News & World Report, earning this distinction for the 15th consecutive year. Located in the Texas Medical Center, Houston Methodist provides physicians with access to complex cases, advanced technology, nationally recognized specialists and opportunities for research and academic collaboration.
Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
- Eligible for or currently holds a Texas medical license
- Strong clinical and communication skills
- Commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Sign-on bonus and productivity incentive
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Generous retirement benefits
- Excellent PTO
Welcome to Houston
Houston offers an exceptional quality of life with world-class dining, arts and culture, professional sports, outdoor amenities and no state income tax.
Join Houston Methodist and practice alongside nationally recognized physicians while advancing your clinical and academic career.
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in rheumatologist jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas Medical License issued by the Texas Medical Board required
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited rheumatology fellowship program required
- Board certification or active board eligibility in rheumatology through the American Board of Internal Medicine
- Valid DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing in Texas
- Experience with musculoskeletal ultrasound and joint injection procedures strongly preferred
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
Rheumatologist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a rheumatologist in Texas?
To practice as a rheumatologist in Texas, you must obtain a Texas Medical License from the Texas Medical Board after completing medical school, an internal medicine residency, and a two-year ACGME-accredited rheumatology fellowship. Board certification in rheumatology through the American Board of Internal Medicine is required by most Texas employers and health systems, though new fellows may be hired as board-eligible while completing the certification process.
How much do rheumatologists make in Texas?
Rheumatologists in Texas earn a median of about $269,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,600 for the lowest 10% to over $457,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire rheumatologists in Texas?
Employers hiring rheumatologists in Texas right now include UT Southwestern Medical Center, MYCHN, and CHRISTUS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers account for the majority of full-time openings, with private group practices and VA facilities also posting regularly across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most rheumatologist jobs?
Dallas, Houston, and Waco are the Texas cities with the most rheumatologist openings, driven by the concentration of major academic medical centers, large integrated health systems, and high-volume specialty group practices that are anchored in each of those metros and draw patients from surrounding regions.
Are there remote rheumatologist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of rheumatologist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting that hands-on patient examination and joint procedures are central to the role. The portions of the work most compatible with remote settings include telehealth follow-up visits for stable patients and administrative or consulting responsibilities at some larger health systems.
How can I get hired as a rheumatologist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to large Texas academic health systems that hire physicians immediately out of fellowship, such as those affiliated with UT Southwestern, Baylor Scott and White Health, or UTHealth Houston, which regularly bring on new-grad attending physicians. Completing your fellowship at a Texas program strengthens local connections significantly. Candidates without independent experience can also pursue locum tenens assignments through Texas-based staffing groups as a bridge to a permanent role, and holding active board eligibility with a clean Texas Medical Board application puts you in a competitive position from day one.
Where can I find and apply to rheumatologist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to rheumatologist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the employer.
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