We are looking for a full time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Rheumatology practice in Malta. Hours are Monday-Thursday from 8a-4p and Friday from 8a-12p. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide rheumatic ambulatory care services under the supervision of a physician including conducting examinations, writing prescriptions, preparing infusion orders.
• Collaborate with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
• Assess patient status by obtaining health history.
• Order/perform laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests.
• Treat illnesses.
• Perform minor office procedures such as joint and trigger point injections, as well as suture removals. If not trained to do so, be willing to receive instruction.
• Counsel patient/family on preventive health care.
• Aid in cross-coverage.
• Participate in journal club, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development and other continuing education.