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Job Title: Physician Assistant – Rheumatology
Job Description:Wake Internal Medicine is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant to join our outpatient rheumatology service line.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
· Graduate of an accredited advanced practice training program (Physician Assistant, Certified)
· Current license from the North Carolina Board of Medicine
· Ability to provide patient care to the full extent of professional training and licensure
· Ability to support physicians within all professional, technical, and legal parameters
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:The Physician Assistant will perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and related tasks under the supervision of a physician, assisting in extending services and ensuring effective use of medical knowledge in decision-making to establish diagnoses and plan/initiating therapies.
STANDARDS AND DUTIES:
· Perform focused history and physical examinations on patients
· Evaluate health problems and recognize signs and symptoms of potentially serious conditions, making appropriate referrals
· Document chart notes in collaboration with the supervising physician
· Write orders, as applicable, in conjunction with the supervising physician
· Dictate complete entries in the medical record, with notes reviewed by the supervising physician
· Prepare admissions under the direction of the physician
· Follow up on patient lab results, therapies, x-rays, etc.
· Assist in triaging urgent patient needs
· Perform additional procedures as authorized and privileged
ABOUT WAKE INTERNAL MEDICINE CONSULTANTS, INC.:Wake Internal Medicine Consultants (WIMC) is a physician-owned practice with 28 doctors and seven Physician Assistants. Founded in 1938, we are NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home recognized and have been in business for over 85 years. Our practice includes multiple offices across Raleigh and North Raleigh, North Carolina, offering a range of in-office ancillary services, including:
· CLIA certified lab
· CAP certified pathology lab
· Imaging services (CT, Ultrasound, X-ray, Bone density, Nuclear medicine)
· Infusion suite
WIMC has consistently met or exceeded the Medical Group Managers Association’s Best Performing Practices benchmarks and was awarded NC MGMA Practice of the Year in 2015.
ABOUT THE RALEIGH/DURHAM AREA:The Raleigh/Durham area offers a vibrant metro environment with top-tier universities, sports teams, museums, and excellent schools. Known for its thriving high-tech industries such as biotechnology and medical devices, the Research Triangle Park is one of the largest science parks in North America, with over 170 companies.
Raleigh is home to top healthcare institutions such as WakeMed Health & Hospitals, UNC Rex Healthcare, and Duke Raleigh Hospital, with proximity to Duke University Medical Center and UNC Hospitals. The city enjoys a mild climate with four distinct seasons and is just two hours from both the mountains and the beach.
BENEFITS:
· 401(k) with matching
· Dental insurance
· Health insurance
· Life insurance
· Paid time off
· Professional development assistance
· Vision insurance
JOB TYPE: Full-timeSCHEDULE: Monday to FridayPAY RANGE: $90,000 – $110,000 per year before bonuses
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
· Experience in Rheumatology: 1 year (Preferred)
· PA-C Certification (Required)
· Physician Assistant License (Required)
WORK LOCATION: In-person, Raleigh, NC
RELOCATION: Candidates must be willing to relocate to Raleigh, NC, before beginning work (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Rheumatology
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Raleigh, NC 27612 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Raleigh, NC 27612: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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