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We are currently recruiting a full-time Rheumatology NP/PA to join a full service primary health care system in San Antonio, TX. Must have at least 1 full year of rheumatology experience.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Rheumatology NP or PA is expected to be able to provide care consistent with their licensure and/or certification
Diagnoses and treats both acute and chronic conditions for various conditions. The Rheumatology NP or PA will also treat acute conditions such as minor injuries and other acute medical conditions such as infections or exacerbations of chronic diseases
Orders and interprets diagnostic lab work, x-rays, EKG
Prescribes medications and other modalities of treatment as needed to treat those conditions listed above
Counsel patients on various disease conditions they may be treating to ensure that the patient is educated to their disease process, treatment, and expected outcomes
Works as an integral part of a comprehensive and collaborative team in order to provide quality evidenced-based care to our patients
Performs all other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:

Masters of Science in Nursing OR Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Current Licensure through the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners OR Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas State Medical Board
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Masters Degree from an accredited university in a Nurse Practitioner Program

Previous experience as Family Nurse Practitioner highly preferred

Must have current unrestricted license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner from the Texas Board of Nursing

Annual continuing medical education as required by board specialty

Must be registered and have current DEA

Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association