Physician Assistant — Rheumatology Care Specialist

Charleston Area Medical Center; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Area Medical Center in South Charleston is seeking a Physician Assistant for the Rheumatology clinic. The role provides broad support to physicians, including patient care tasks, diagnostics, and therapies, under physician supervision.

The PA will screen patients, review records, obtain histories, and participate in data gathering to support care plans. Responsibilities include initiating tests, coordinating care, and maintaining essential competencies and documentation.

Qualifications

• Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate Program required.
• Physician Assistant license required.
• ACLS and BLS within specified time after hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care tasks, diagnostics and therapies.
• Screen patients to determine need for medical attention and review records.
• Initiate commonly performed initial lab and radiology studies; document findings.

Skills

Patient care

Medical knowledge

Data gathering

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Education

PA degree

PA licensure

Job description

Charleston Area Medical Center in South Charleston is seeking a Physician Assistant for the Rheumatology clinic. The role provides broad support to physicians, including patient care tasks, diagnostics, and therapies, under physician supervision.

The PA will screen patients, review records, obtain histories, and participate in data gathering to support care plans. Responsibilities include initiating tests, coordinating care, and maintaining essential competencies and documentation.