Advanced Practice Provider - Rheumatology

Job Title: Advanced Practice Providers (APP): Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Group: Non-Management
Department: Rheumatology

General Summary:

In accordance with state and federal law and under the direction and supervision of department physician(s) and in accordance with established policies, procedures, organizational objectives, and protocols, provides patient care which includes but is not limited to medical examination, consultation, diagnosis, treatment, referral, and education.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities as delegated by the supervising physician:

1. Performs all duties under the direction and supervision of physician(s) of the department and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

2. Elicits medical history and conducts physical exam on patients to provide health assessment and screen for abnormal conditions.

3. Assesses, diagnoses, and treats medical problems in accordance with department protocols and records the same for review by the supervising physician(s). Reports abnormal conditions to the appropriate physician.

4. Orders, performs, and interprets routine laboratory tests.

5. Orders X-rays, EKGs, and other related studies as required.

6. Consults with patients in hospital and clinic settings and/or refers patients to department physicians, other specialists and medical and community resources as necessary.

7. Prescribe medications based on patient’s medical diagnosis and needs.

8. Provides education and instruction on patient’s condition(s) as required.

9. Directs other medical personnel in the execution of patient care.

10. According to standard protocols, provides immediate evaluation, treatment, and institution of procedures essential to providing appropriate response to emergency medical problems.

11. Maintains patient records through documentation of all necessary information.

12. Works with the department chairperson or other assigned physician to develop policies and protocols for the PA/NP practice.

13. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.

14. Maintains knowledge of trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate articles, journals, and related material, and by attending seminars, conferences and so forth.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, assessment of patient condition, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and standard treatment protocols at a level normally acquired through completion of an accredited physician assistant or nurse practitioner program.

2. Current state license.

3. National certification or eligible to sit for next exam.

4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Mandatory Reporting certifications.

5. Approximately one to two years’ work experience in order to become technically proficient in reviewing patient data to evaluate current condition and to gain familiarity with Clinic and hospital environment and Clinic policies and procedures.

6. Interpersonal skills necessary in order to answer routine inquiries from patients when conducting physical exams and instructing and/or educating about conditions and treatments, to communicate with department personnel when exchanging patient-related information, and to discuss patient condition with physicians.

7. Analytical skills necessary in order to review nurse’s notes, laboratory data and other patient information when evaluating patient condition, and when reviewing medical charts.

8. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when reviewing patient data which occupies approximately fifty percent of work time.

Working Conditions:

1. Works in patient care area where there is exposure to contagious diseases, infectious waste, and bodily fluid approximately fifty percent of work time. Potential for injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions are followed.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to assigned physician.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person