PHYSICIAN

Oaaortho • Allentown, PA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Job Details

Job Location: Allentown, PA

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Summary: Under the direction of the Board of Directors or designee, diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions and autoimmune and inflammatory conditions in patients of all ages. As an orthopedic practice, our typical but not all-inclusive patient care needs are focused on arthritis and other diseases of the joints, muscles, connective tissues, and the skeletal system. Conduct research to determine the cause and find better treatments for helping patients fight and overcome these disabling and often fatal diseases.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Diagnose and treat musculoskeletal and rheumatic diseases.
Study patient symptoms and evaluate their effects on the immune system.
Assess joint-related conditions.
Diagnose diseases such as osteoporosis, tendinitis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and other MSK related diagnoses.
Evaluate lab results and other advanced tests.
Design tailored treatment plans and discuss them with patients.
Send copies of test results to referring physicians.
Internal collaboration/consultation on the patients of OAA with other medical providers.
Assist leadership and team members in activities that add value to positive patient outcomes and improve clinical operations.
Maintain clinic schedule; open, block, adjust as needed.
Complete and robust patient care documentation in the EMR.
Enter all orders electronically.
Prescribe and provide patient education regarding prescribed and recommended over-the-counter (OTC) medication, dietary supplements, and activities for rehabilitation.
Educate the patient and/or family about diagnostic procedures, treatment plans, and provide pre- and post-operative education.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Holds ABIM board certification.
Obtained Medical Doctorate or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.
Completed Accredited Fellowship in Rheumatology.
Medical License from the State of Pennsylvania.
5+ years of medical practice experience in rheumatology.
Required Certifications:
- Act 34 PA Criminal Background.
- Act 151 PA Child Abuse History.
- Act 114 FBI Cogent Clearance Fingerprinting.
Ability to communicate effectively and maintain a positive rapport with patients and colleagues.
Ability to multitask.
Possess excellent people skills.
Self-motivated.
Flexible team player.

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