Rheumatologist

Oklahoma Arthritis Center; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Arthritis Center in Edmond, OK, is seeking a rheumatologist to diagnose, treat, and manage patients with rheumatic diseases. The ideal candidate provides compassionate, evidence-based care and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Normal hours are standard business days with occasional on-call responsibilities; travel to other OAC locations may be required. The role emphasizes patient education, documentation, and adherence to safety and regulatory

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice rheumatology in applicable state.
• Board certified or board eligible in rheumatology.
• Caring and compassionate in patient interactions.
• Up-to-date knowledge of rheumatology treatments.
• Ability to operate medical equipment relevant to rheumatology.

Responsibilities

• Order, interpret tests, counsel patients on preventive care, conduct physical examinations, and write prescriptions.
• Develop patient management plans and coordinate care with the team.
• Perform joint injections or aspirations as needed.
• Document care in patient records and maintain accuracy of charts.
• Assist PA/NP and coordinate with administration to ensure quality care.
• Adhere to infection-control policies and safety regulations.

Skills

Rheumatology licensed

Board certified/eligible

Empathy

Clinical knowledge

Medical equipment handling

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

Oklahoma Arthritis Center (OAC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Job Summary:

OAC is looking for a Rheumatologist to diagnose, treat, and care for patients with various forms of rheumatology and autoimmune disorders. The right candidate will be caring and compassionate towards patients with difficult diagnoses and chronic illnesses.

Essential Functions:

As one of our providers, you will practice in a collaborative environment and will:

• Order and interpret tests, counsel patients on preventive care, conduct physical examinations, and write prescriptions for patients.
• Contribute to practice effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range patient care issues that must be addressed, providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations, and recommending options and courses of action.
• Assess patient health by interviewing patients, performing physical examinations, and obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories.
• Determine abnormal conditions by administering or ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests such as x-rays and laboratory studies.
• Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
• Perform therapeutic procedures by administering joint injections or aspiration.
• Instruct and counsel patients by describing therapeutic regimens.
• Provide continuity of care by developing and implementing patient management plans.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Comply with federal/state/local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Build practice to support the vision and goals of OAC.

Supervision Responsibility:

This position will supervise PA’s and NP’s in coordination with administration.

Qualifications:

• Must be professionally licensed to practice rheumatology and be in good standing with all applicable federal/state/local licensing bodies.
• Must be board certified/board eligible in rheumatology.
• Caringand compassionate when dealing with patients.
• Thorough and up-to-date working knowledge of rheumatology and rheumatology treatment options.
• Technical skills to operate medical equipment and tools related to rheumatology treatment.
• Must maintain current knowledge of industry best practices, trends, and applicable laws and regulations regarding scope of practice.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment.
• Physical ability to sit, perform data entry, and view computer screen for long periods at a time.
• Daily standing, walking, bending, and maneuvering.
• May require lifting up to 50 pounds or more to transfer and/or turn patient with and without assistive devices.

Environmental Conditions:

• Occasional exposure to communicable diseases and biohazards.
• This is a safety sensitive position.

Travel Requirements:

Travel to other OAC locations is expected for this position.

Scheduled Working Hours:

Normal work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Fridays. Hours may vary based on daily patient schedule. It may be required for the PA/NP to be available for supervising an infusion team on occasion. Weekend and holiday on-call hours are expected from time to time.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change from time to time, with or without notice.

Equipment Operated:

Computer, standard medical equipment, and various medical instruments.