Rheumatology Advanced Practice Provider

Central Maine Medical Center • Lewiston, ME

57d • $126,000 - $131,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a full-time Rheumatology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to patients with autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders in collaboration with supervising rheumatologists. The APP evaluates and diagnoses patients, develops treatment plans, manages medications, educates patients, and monitors chronic rheumatic diseases. The role supports outpatient care and, when applicable, inpatient care.

The APP will manage conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, vasculitis, gout, and osteoporosis. The position includes managing conventional, biologic, and targeted therapies, coordinating with infusion centers, specialty pharmacies, and insurance providers, and maintaining medication safety and laboratory monitoring practices.

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The organization is part of Prime Healthcare Foundation. The position is based in Lewiston, Maine, and is a day-shift role.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current state license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• BLS certification upon hire and maintenance of current certification.
• Previous experience with an electronic health record.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience as an APP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Evaluate and manage patients with rheumatologic conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, vasculitis, gout, and osteoporosis.
• Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans under established clinical protocols.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.
• Monitor treatment efficacy, adverse effects, and disease progression.
• Initiate and manage conventional, biologic, and targeted therapies.
• Monitor patients receiving immunosuppressive medications and biologic agents.
• Collaborate with infusion centers, specialty pharmacies, and insurance providers regarding medication authorizations and treatment plans.
• Ensure appropriate laboratory monitoring and medication safety practices.
• Educate patients and families about disease processes, treatment options, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications.
• Promote adherence to treatment plans and preventive health measures.
• Provide counseling regarding symptom management and self-care strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate referrals and consultations with specialists as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with transitions of care and follow-up management.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete electronic medical records.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, clinical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality assurance, patient safety, and performance improvement activities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Malpractice coverage with tail.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off.
• CME allowance.
• Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
• Options for loan repayment and relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time