Physician Associate - Rheumatology

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care seeks a Physician Associate to provide comprehensive rheumatology care in outpatient settings. The PA will assess patients, diagnose, treat, educate, and manage rheumatologic conditions as an independent and collaborative clinician.

This role supports clinical excellence, education, quality improvement, and divisional initiatives, with a regular schedule of eight half-days per week and potential after-hours clinics; strong communication and teamwork are

Qualifications

• Must meet licensure and registration requirements established by the Iowa Board of Physician Assistants.
• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Certification by NCCPA.
• Demonstrated clinical experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clinical rheumatology expertise and adhere to safety standards.
• Evaluate and manage new and established rheumatology patients in outpatient settings.
• Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic studies and laboratory results.
• Prescribe medications and provide counseling regarding indications, risks, benefits, and monitoring requirements.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation, billing, and other required medical record activities.

Skills

Clinical experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited PA program graduation

NCCPA certification

Job description

Basic Function And Responsibility Provide comprehensive rheumatology care as a Physician Associate (PA). The PA functions as an independent and collaborative healthcare provider responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, education, and ongoing management of patients with rheumatologic diseases. The position supports high-quality patient care, clinical excellence, education, quality improvement, and divisional initiatives.

Basic Function And Responsibility Provide comprehensive rheumatology care as a Physician Associate (PA). The PA functions as an independent and collaborative healthcare provider responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, education, and ongoing management of patients with rheumatologic diseases. The position supports high-quality patient care, clinical excellence, education, quality improvement, and divisional initiatives.

Clinical Care

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain clinical expertise in rheumatology and adhere to applicable regulatory, safety, and infection prevention standards.
• Evaluate and manage new and established rheumatology patients in outpatient settings.
• Obtain and document comprehensive patient histories, perform physical examinations, formulate assessments, and develop treatment plans.
• Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic studies and laboratory results.
• Perform procedures within scope of practice and demonstrated competency.
• Prescribe medications and provide counseling regarding indications, risks, benefits, and monitoring requirements.
• Respond to patient and referring provider inquiries through telephone, electronic messaging, and other communication platforms.
• Provide triage and management recommendations for urgent clinical concerns.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Initiate referrals and consultations as appropriate.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation, billing, and other required medical record activities.

Patient Education And Care Coordination

• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, disease management, and preventive care.
• Promote health maintenance and self-management strategies across the continuum of care.
• Identify patient education needs and assist in developing educational resources and programs.
• Facilitate care transitions and coordinate services across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.

Professional Consultation And Education

• Serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff, trainees, and healthcare professionals within the institution.
• Participate in educational activities for staff, learners, patients, and community partners.
• Support a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to patient care.

Quality Improvement And Scholarly Activities

• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical practice initiatives within the division and department.
• Utilize evidence-based practice and incorporate current research findings into patient care.
• Contribute to divisional research, quality, and educational initiatives as appropriate.
• Maintain professional competency through continuing education and professional development activities.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Support divisional and departmental goals, projects, and operational initiatives.
• Participate in committees, meetings, and other activities as assigned.
• Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, staff, patients, and referring providers.
• Follow policies and procedures of University of Iowa Health Care, the Carver College of Medicine, and the Department of Internal Medicine.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Clinical Expectations

The position is expected to provide eight (8) half-days of clinical service per week. Clinics are generally scheduled Monday through Friday; however, evening or weekend clinic sessions may be available.

The department intends to hire for one position as either an ARNP, requisition 26004730 or PA, requisition 26004731, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you which to be considered or both.

Required Qualifications

• Must meet licensure and registration requirements established by the Iowa Board of Physician Assistants, including graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program and certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Demonstrated clinical experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience caring for patients with rheumatologic diseases.
• Prior rheumatology clinical experience in an outpatient or academic medical setting.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact [e-mail].

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Physician Associate
• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 11

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Michaela Davis
• Contact Email: [e-mail]