APRN/PA - IMSL Rheumatology Clinic

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans, offering a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages teamwork and diversity. This position is for an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) who will work collaboratively with a physician and a multidisciplinary health team. The role involves providing comprehensive care to outpatients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, education, health promotion, and care coordination for patients and families with acute and chronic health needs.

Requirements

• APRN: Master’s Degree in Nursing – Family Medicine
• APRN: Three (3) years of nursing experience.
• APRN: Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas
• APRN: APRN License
• PA: Master’s Degree – Physician Assistant
• PA: 1 year of PA experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic or Rheumatology clinic

Nice To Haves

• APRN: 1 year of APRN experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic or Rheumatology preferred
• APRN: DNP
• APRN: 3 years of nursing experience
• APRN: 3 years of APRN experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic, or Rheumatology
• PA: 3 years of PA experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic, or Rheumatology clinic

Responsibilities

• Extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians.
• Provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, prescribe medical treatments, and manage health issues for patients in collaboration with the designated physician(s).
• Work autonomously, as well as, in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients' health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.
• Coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, and assuring that care is timely and appropriate.
• Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.
• Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
• Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees