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Proto-Town

Community Manager

Lockhart, TX · On-site

Proto-Town is a place for hardware builders to live and work outside Lockhart, TX. The Community Manager is the connective tissue of pioneer life -- the person every resident, guest, and partner ...

Advocate Aurora Health

$38.20 - $57.30/hr

Peds Cardiology Connective Tissue Disorder Clinic, 0.6 FTE, Office M-F, No weekends. Some travel may be expected to meet the needs of the team and patients. Pay Range $38.20 - $57.30 Major ...

Figma

Launch Strategy, Brand & Comms

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

This role will be reporting into our Chief Communications Officer, to bring more cohesion and connective tissue to how we tell our story across channels and moments. It will help ensure every product ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for connective tissue in the United States is $21.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are connective tissue jobs?

Connective tissue jobs refer to roles in healthcare, biology, or research that focus on the study, diagnosis, or treatment of connective tissues in the body. These jobs may include positions like biomedical researcher, histotechnologist, pathologist, or physical therapist who specializes in connective tissue disorders. Professionals in these roles work to understand how connective tissues function, identify diseases affecting them, and develop therapies or treatments. Their work is crucial for managing conditions such as arthritis, lupus, and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. These careers often require specialized education in life sciences or medicine.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Connective Tissue Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Connective Tissue Specialist, you need a deep understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology, usually supported by a medical or allied health degree with specialization in musculoskeletal systems. Familiarity with diagnostic imaging tools, laboratory analysis, and relevant certifications such as physical therapy or orthopedics is typically required. Strong analytical skills, patient communication, and attention to detail help specialists excel in diagnosing and treating connective tissue disorders. These skills ensure accurate assessment and effective management of complex conditions, leading to improved patient outcomes.

What are the typical challenges faced by professionals working in connective tissue research or clinical care?

Professionals involved in connective tissue research or clinical care often encounter challenges such as diagnosing complex disorders with overlapping symptoms and staying updated on rapidly evolving scientific advancements. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including geneticists, rheumatologists, and physical therapists—is essential for comprehensive patient care and successful research outcomes. Additionally, managing long-term treatment plans and adapting to new therapeutic approaches require strong communication and problem-solving skills.
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Infographic showing various Connective Tissue job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, and 22% Part Time. Highlights an 56% In-person, 11% Hybrid, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,694 per year, or $21 per hour.
Connective Tissue Diseases focused Rheumatologist - AdventHealth Orlando

Connective Tissue Diseases focused Rheumatologist - AdventHealth Orlando

AdventHealth

Orlando, FL • On-site

$255K - $330K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

AdventHealth rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 1,227 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

248th of 869 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Overview
This physician will play a critical role in the evaluation and management of patients with connective tissue disease-associated interstitial lung disease (CTD-ILD)-a complex and rapidly growing subset of our ILD population. The role is designed to integrate rheumatologic expertise directly into the ILD care model, working side-by-side with pulmonology, transplant, and multidisciplinary specialty teams.
The successful candidate will contribute to:
  • Enhanced diagnostic accuracy for CTD-ILD
  • Optimization of autoimmune disease management in ILD patients
  • Support of lung transplant evaluation and longitudinal care for complex rheumatologic patients
  • Expansion of regional and tertiary referral pathways for advanced lung disease

This is an outstanding opportunity to shape and grow a multidisciplinary ILD program with strong institutional support, academic collaboration, and leadership engagement.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide specialized rheumatologic care for ILD patients, with a focus on CTD-ILD
  • Participate actively in multidisciplinary ILD conferences and transplant evaluation discussions
  • Collaborate closely with pulmonology, transplant, cardiology, radiology, and pathology teams
  • Support longitudinal management of patients undergoing lung transplant evaluation and post-transplant care
  • Contribute to program development, clinical innovation, and potential research initiatives in ILD
  • Joint Rheumatology-ILD clinic

Ideal Candidate Qualifications
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Rheumatology
  • Demonstrated comfort and effectiveness working in multidisciplinary clinical teams (Rheumatology, ILD, Transplant)
  • Deep clinical understanding of connective tissue diseases including:
    • Systemic sclerosis
    • Rheumatoid arthritis-associated ILD
    • Myositis-associated ILD
    • Sjögren's syndrome
    • Mixed connective tissue disease
  • Familiarity with or strong interest in lung transplant evaluation and care
  • Commitment to collaborative care, clinical excellence, and program growth

Special Training & Experience
  • Fellowship training in Rheumatology
  • Additional expertise or fellowship training in myositis strongly preferred
  • Clear passion for and clinical focus on interstitial lung disease

Hospital Description
AdventHealth Orlando is an internationally renowned hospital that specializes in life-saving medical treatments, preventative care and pioneering research. Our healing network includes 30 hospitals and more than 100 extended service locations across the state of Florida. Everything we do is designed to fulfill our ultimate goal - to help people live a healthier, fuller life in mind, body and spirit.
AdventHealth is a network of ten hospitals around the greater Orlando area, which total approximately 3,000 beds. AdventHealth operates many hospitals across nine different states; 30 of which are in Florida. Our mission has remained the same and is to Extend the Healing Ministry of Christ.
Since 1908, AdventHealth Orlando has cared for the Central Florida community as well as patients from around the world. AdventHealth Orlando is an acute-care, tertiary hospital caring for approximately 300,000 patients a year. As the primary campus for more than 1,000 physicians, AdventHealth Orlando is home to nationally recognized Centers of Excellence for Cancer, Cardiology, Children, Diabetes, Neuroscience, Orthopaedics, and Abdominal and Cardiothoracic Transplant.
AdventHealth Orlando was named a 2024-2025 Best Hospital by the magazine U.S. News & World Report. The hospital was ranked No. 1 in the Orlando metro area, and No. 4 in the state. It is the 14th year in a row AdventHealth Orlando has claimed the top spot in Orlando. In addition, the hospital was ranked among the top 50 in the nation for four specialties: diabetes and endocrinology; neurology and neurosurgery; obstetrics and gynecology and ear, nose and throat.
Community Description
AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year.
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