Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Rheumatology - Lewes, DE

We are seeking a Full-Time licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our established Rheumatology & Wellness care center in Lewes, DE situated where the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean meet at Cape Henlopen and is one of the best places to live in Delaware.

Our AARA care center has 2 Physicians, 1 Nurse Practitioner, 9 exam rooms, a state-of-the-art Infusion Suite with 10 chairs, a satellite office in Millville, a Wellness Center and a dedicated team. We specialize in treating general Rheumatology, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Psoriatic Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Lupus, and more.

If you are a motivated healthcare professional who is a critical thinker and takes pride in delivering high touch, compassionate care while building rapport with chronic disease patients in a smaller team setting, we invite you to apply.

A Day in the life of a Rheumatology APP

Responsibilities:

• Examine patients and their medical records
• Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.)
• Diagnose and Propose treatments for autoimmune and arthritic diseases
• Prescribe medications and IV Infusion Treatments
• Maintain accurate records and schedules
• Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications
• Educate patients and their family members on diseases and treatment plans
• Oversee patients’ overall health
• Promote good health practices
• Advance professional knowledge and conduct research
• Other duties as assigned by collaborating physician

Requirements:

• New grads or experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Rheumatology, Dermatology, Orthopedics, Orthopedic Surgery, Primary Care preferred.
• Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English a plus
• Knowledge of health and patient care regulations
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Strong ethics, integrity, and reliable
• Team player with a positive attitude, patience and optimism
• Exhibits curiosity and a willingness to learn
• Valid Delaware Nurse Practitioner & DEA license

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• CME
• 401(k) & 401(k) Matching
• Malpractice Insurance

All applicants are reviewed on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Delaware Arthritis is a rheumatology practice located in Lewes and Millville, Delaware. Under the medical direction of board-certified rheumatologist Jose A. Pando, MD, Delaware Arthritis is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care that focuses on a patient’s whole health, not just the symptoms or disease. 

Our rheumatology practice specializes in many diseases that affect the musculoskeletal system, including many types of arthritis such as osteoarthritis and autoimmune disorders (like psoriatic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis), as well as chronic health conditions such as fibromyalgia and osteoporosis. For patient convenience, the advanced practice includes an on-site infusion suite for infusion therapy.

Delaware Arthritis preforms clinical trials, bringing to Delaware new and exciting options for treatment. We are also closely connected to the Lewes Wellness Center, which offers many classes aimed at improving your health and well-being, including Pilates and yoga, as well as cooking classes, healing touch sessions, and seminars.

American Arthritis and Rheumatology Associates (AARA) - the largest Rheumatology supergroup in the United States includes 300+ Rheumatologists and APP's.

Our physicians and affiliates are empowered to optimize the delivery of Rheumatologic care and believe an educated and empowered patient is essential for a quality outcome. We provide personalized and innovative treatment plans that are effective for people living with inflammatory, musculoskeletal, and autoimmune diseases. AARA’s vision is to be the premier destination for rheumatologic healing and hope.

We believe that each patient’s care needs are as unique as their finger print.

While every physician strives for excellence, we have the advantage of joining together to reimagine rheumatology from the ground up. We have the talent, resources, and passion to do it right. We will work with our patients to constantly strive to keep their disease from being out of control and damaging them.