Appalachian Orthopedics Advanced Practice Provider Rheumatology

Rheumatology Clinic PositionThis position will cover our Rheumatology Clinic at our Johnson City location.Dimensions/Scope Of Position:Provides health care services to patients under the direction, supervision and responsibility of the orthopaedic physician.Essential Duties/Responsibilities:Performs patient evaluation and work up, including but not limited to; history and physical assessment, patient/family/caregiver education, routine laboratory, diagnostic, and physical therapy reportsInterprets and integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic planCollaborates with physicians on plan of careMaintains and reviews patient records and other pertinent informationInstitutes and executes protocols as specified by physicianAdministers all recognized first aid procedures in the event of an emergencyAdministers injections, aspirations, removal and placement of sutures/staples as necessaryPerforms and assists with reductions of fractures and dislocations as well as the removal or excision of superficial orthopaedic hardwareAssists in surgery as directed by assigned surgeonRegular and predictable attendanceAbility to work in a cooperative manner with othersPerforms other related duties as assignedSupervisory Responsibilities:Not applicable.Qualifications:Education and/or Experience:Physician Assistant: Bachelor's degree required. Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program recognized by the state committee of Physician Assistants and the Board of Medical Examiners. Successful completion of the examination of the National Board for Certification of Physician Assistants.Nurse Practitioner: Master's Degree Required in Nursing. Must hold and maintain a current RN license in Tennessee. Must hold and maintain current National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner; Previous experience in minor medical care and emergency care is required.Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in the English language.Mathematical Skills: Basic arithmetic skills are required.Reasoning Ability: Identifies and resolves problems promptly.Computer Skills: Must be computer literate. Intermediate computer skills required.Certificates, Licenses: Physician Assistant: Must hold and maintain a valid license issued by the National Board for Certification of Physician AssistantsNurse Practitioner: Must hold and maintain a current RN license in Tennessee. Must hold and maintain current National Certification as a Nurse PractitionerOther Skills and Abilities: Able to listen and respond well to questions and feedback.