Physician Extender

The Center for Rheumatology, LLP.; Springs (NY); On-site; USD 112,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual CME reimbursement of $2500

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Generous vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A leading rheumatology practice in New York is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their dedicated team. The role involves performing physical examinations, developing treatment plans, and managing patient care in a supportive environment. The position offers a competitive salary of $112,000 to $125,000, along with benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Licensed NP or PA with current NYS licensure and DEA license required.
• Experience in rheumatology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive and problem-focused history and physical examinations.
• Formulate and implement treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging.

Skills

Comprehensive and problem-focused examinations

Developing differential diagnoses

Interpreting laboratory results

Prescribing medications

Patient management

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license

Current NYS licensure and registration

Job description

Description

The Center for Rheumatology, LLP, the largest rheumatology practice serving upstate New York, is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dedicated team. Our practice specializes in diagnosing and managing arthritis, osteoporosis, autoimmune diseases, and other musculoskeletal conditions.

This role is based in our Saratoga office and follows a Monday–Friday schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform comprehensive and problem-focused history and physical examinations.
• Develop differential diagnoses and establish working diagnoses.
• Interpret and correlate laboratory and imaging results.
• Formulate and implement treatment plans, consulting supervising physicians when appropriate.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including: joint and bursa aspirations/injection and tendon and trigger point injections
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging (e.g., X-rays, DEXA, MRI, CT, bone scans) and EKGs.
• Prescribe and manage medications in accordance with NYS law.
• Apply medical knowledge to diagnose and manage disease processes, including symptom evaluation, medication management, and preventive care.
• Ensure accurate patient coding for billing, maintain detailed medical records, and manage medical supply inventory.
• Lead and support clinical team operations during shifts, including triage, treatment, and discharge coordination.

Innovative On-Site Services

Our practice offers an infusion treatment center that improves clinical outcomes for our patients.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $112,000 – $125,000 annually
• Productivity Bonus: 7% on productivity receipts
• Continuing Medical Education (CME): Annual $2500 reimbursement provided
• Reimbursement for completion of RA and PsA intakes for participation in on-site Corevitas registry.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA): Funded by the Practice
• Retirement: 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous vacation and sick leave
• Additional Coverages: Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance

Requirements

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with current NYS licensure, registration, and DEA license
• Prior experience in rheumatology is preferred, but not required