Physician Assistant

ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATISM ASSOCIATES P•Rockville, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider – Physician Assistant (APP / PA) will evaluate and treat chronic and acute rheumatologic conditions under the supervision of ARA physicians. The APP / PA will perform and / or refer for clinical services such as; ultrasound, labs, x-ray, DEXA, infusion, physical therapy, and other internal and external diagnostic and treatment services. The APP / PA will prescribe medications, and perform office procedures within the scope of practice, protocols, and available equipment. This list may not include all the duties assigned and may be modified as needed. The APP / PA will evaluate and treat common rheumatologic conditions in clinic including: Osteoarthritis, Workup for +ANA, Straightforward RA/PsA, Osteoporosis, Gout or other crystalline arthropathies, Sjogren’s Syndrome, PMR, Lupus, Chronic Neck or Back Pain, Soft tissue rheumatism (trigger finger, bursitis, tendonitis, epicondylitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, etc), Hypermobility syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Raynaud’s phenomenon. They will also see new ARISE consultations and take phone calls throughout the day, responding to tasks from clinical staff.

Requirements

Successful completion of an approved physician assistant program
Current approval by the Board of Medicine to perform medical acts
Must currently be licensed as a physician assistant in the state
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent diagnostic skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks
Time management skills
Continuing education for rheumatology-specific knowledge is required

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat chronic and acute rheumatologic conditions under the supervision of ARA physicians
Perform and / or refer for clinical services such as; ultrasound, labs, x-ray, DEXA, infusion, physical therapy, and other internal and external diagnostic and treatment services
Prescribe medications
Perform office procedures within the scope of practice, protocols, and available equipment
Evaluate and treat common rheumatologic conditions in clinic including: Osteoarthritis, Workup for +ANA, Straightforward RA/PsA, Osteoporosis, Gout or other crystalline arthropathies, Sjogren’s Syndrome, PMR, Lupus, Chronic Neck or Back Pain, Soft tissue rheumatism (trigger finger, bursitis, tendonitis, epicondylitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, etc), Hypermobility syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Raynaud’s phenomenon
See new ARISE consultations
Take phone calls throughout the day
Respond to tasks from clinical staff
Follow all company guidelines for maintaining patient confidentiality
Follow all company guidelines for physical and cyber security
Demonstrate a strong commitment to honest and responsible corporate conduct
Identify, report and/or prevent any fraudulent or unethical behavior
Initiate notification to management if inappropriate behavior is observed within the practice
Develop a style and methodology that encourages employees to report potential problems