Rheumatology Physician Assistant

Rheumatology Physician Assistant – Wasilla, AK

The Rheumatology PA is responsible for practicing medicine with physician supervision, conducting examinations, writing prescriptions, and providing a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services within the Rheumatology department. The role may include administrative duties and fulfills specific contract parameters and continuing education requirements.

• Conduct physical exams, assess health status, order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, and treat illnesses and conditions including giving injections; consults with physicians as needed and refers to physicians for more complicated medical cases.
• Monitor therapies and provide continuity of care.
• Triage patient calls, evaluate patient problems, and respond to emergencies including the use of CPR.
• Counsel patient/family on preventive health care.
• Document patient information and care in the medical record.
• Provide oversight as needed for the infusion department.

• Knowledge of the medical model and roles of physicians and physician assistants; familiarity with anatomy.
• Knowledge of pharmacology, pathophysiology, clinical medicine, and physical diagnosis.
• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including medical histories, physicals, evaluating health status and compliance with care recommendations.
• Knowledge of diagnosing and treating medical problems and developing care plans.
• Knowledge of documentation in medical records in a confidential manner.

• Gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic, and emotional patient data.
• Accurately evaluating patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.
• Developing or revising patient care plans based on patient status.

• Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of practice.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians on complicated cases.
• Ability to educate patients, families, and staff in a user‑friendly manner.
• Ability to demonstrate eye–hand coordination, full range of motion, and manual dexterity.

• Bachelor’s degree and completion of a Physician Assistant program.
• National certification as a Physician Assistant; a valid state PA license and recertification.
• CPR certification.

• Four years of health care experience prior to PA program, plus one year of PA experience, preferably in a clinical setting.

• Synergy:
  Through collaboration & continuous improvement.
• Empathy:
  Through compassion & patient‑centered care.
• Integrity:
  Through trust & ethical accountability.
• Optimization:
  Through operational efficiency.

Candidates meeting the above skills and qualifications and desiring to be part of a patient‑centered, professional environment are invited to apply.

The mission of Ortho Alaska, Orthopedic Physicians Alaska division is to provide the finest orthopedic surgery and musculoskeletal care in North America through quality, patient‑centered care. Each of our physicians and surgeons works in concert with a certified orthopedic surgical physician assistant and other staff to provide patients an individualized care‑team experience.

Employees enjoy opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment and exposure to a full range of orthopedic care with orthopedic, injury walk‑in, and rheumatology clinics, an imaging center, athletic training and physical, occupational and massage therapy.

OPA values quality, patient‑centered care, personal fulfillment through continuous improvement, team development, and community service. We welcome applicants who embrace our core values and possess a daily renewed attitude of excellence.

OPA benefits include health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing, as well as paid time off.

Ortho Alaska is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, pregnancy, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories.