Aya Locums
Locum Tenens Rheumatologist - Dec Start - Coastal CA
California
Job Highlights
An exciting opportunity is available for a Board-Certified Rheumatologist to provide locum coverage in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA. This role supports a brand-new outpatient rheumatology clinic set to open in November 2025, and includes occasional inpatient rounding/consults.
🔍 Position Details
Practice Setting: Outpatient clinic + inpatient rounding as needed
Workload:
Clinic: Estimated 4–8 adult patients per day (volume may increase over time)
Inpatient: Rounding/consults vary based on hospital need
Support Staff: Medical Assistants & Front Desk Admin
Solo Coverage: Yes
EMR: EPIC
Skills Required: Must perform joint injections
✅ Requirements
Board Certification: Internal Medicine & Rheumatology (required)
Experience: Minimum 2 years post-fellowship
Fellowship: Rheumatology (completed)
Licensure: Active & unrestricted California medical license (required)
Certifications: BLS & ACLS (required)
DEA: Required and in good standing
Credentialing Timeframe: 60–90 days
Interested in more info?
Contact me —
Kristin McKnight
Aya Locums
📞 858-750-1909
📧 Kristin.McKnight@ayalocums.com
About Aya Locums
Aya Locums is a leading healthcare staffing provider and locum tenens company matching physicians and advanced practitioners with top facilities across the country. Working as a locum tenens provider should be simple and hassle free. That’s why you can trust us to provide you with an exceptional experience throughout your entire assignment, so you can focus on what you do best… saving lives.
Posted June 24, 2025
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