Job Description
Southwest Spine and Pain is looking for an APP in Rheumatology to join our Organization in the Holladay, Utah Clinic. This is a remarkable opportunity to join a practice where your investment is appreciated and valued. This position will be full-time. Incentive bonus eligibility in addition to base salary.
Responsibilities:
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Examining patients, taking medical histories, addressing patients' concerns, and answering patients' questions.
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Diagnosing and treating injuries, illnesses, and disorders.
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Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests and explaining the results to patients.
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Counseling patients on diet, hygiene, preventative healthcare, and other lifestyle changes.
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Updating patients' charts and information to reflect current findings and treatments.
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Recommending and designing treatment plans.
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Prescribing medications or therapies.
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Explaining medical procedures to patients.
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Consulting with physicians, referring patients to specialists when necessary, and working with other healthcare staff, such as nurses and medical assistants.
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Complying with medical laws (for example, HIPAA).
Requirements:
Qualifications, Skills Requirements and Education:
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Must have obtained a degree and completed an NP or PA postgraduate program.
- 1 year of professional experience (2+ preferred)
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Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for delivery of medical care.
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Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
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Knowledge of medical evaluation, including diagnosis and treatment plans for patients in acute, chronic, cancer or other types of pain and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
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Effective verbal and written communication skills.
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Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
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Must be credentialed per facility policies and procedures.
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The ability and willingness to stay up to date on advancements, innovations, and developments in the field.
