Bonus Amount
Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Bonus Information
Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.
Overview
Job Title:Rheumatology Advanced Practice Provider (APP)Employment Type: Full-TimeOrganization: Central Maine HealthcareLocation: Lewiston, Maine
Position Overview
Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Full-Time Rheumatology Advanced Practice Provider. The Rheumatology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides comprehensive care to patients with autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders in collaboration with supervising rheumatologists. The APP is responsible for patient evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, patient education, and ongoing monitoring of chronic rheumatic diseases. This role supports high-quality, patient-centered care across outpatient and, when applicable, inpatient settings.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Malpractice coverage with tail
Retirement plan with employer contribution
Paid time off and CME allowance
Potential for sign on bonus with options for loan repayment and relocation assistance
Why Central Maine Healthcare?At Central Maine Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a collaborative environment where physicians are valued and supported. Our integrated health system offers strong clinical resources, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, competitive compensation, and an exceptional quality of life in Maine. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region. Join a team where you can build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the health of the communities you serve.
About the Community
Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston-Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. Lewiston-Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling-all within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award-winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world.
About Us
Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.
CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.
As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.
To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org .
Responsibilities
Clinical Care
Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
Evaluate and manage patients with rheumatologic conditions such as:
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Vasculitis
Gout
Osteoporosis
Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans under established clinical protocols.
Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.
Monitor treatment efficacy, adverse effects, and disease progression.
Medication and Infusion Management
Initiate and manage conventional, biologic, and targeted therapies.
Monitor patients receiving immunosuppressive medications and biologic agents.
Collaborate with infusion centers, specialty pharmacies, and insurance providers regarding medication authorizations and treatment plans.
Ensure appropriate laboratory monitoring and medication safety practices.
Patient Education
Educate patients and families regarding disease processes, treatment options, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications.
Promote adherence to treatment plans and preventive health measures.
Provide counseling regarding symptom management and self-care strategies.
Care Coordination
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
Coordinate referrals and consultations with specialists as needed.
Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and quality improvement initiatives.
Assist with transitions of care and follow-up management.
Documentation and Compliance
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete electronic medical records.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, clinical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in quality assurance, patient safety, and performance improvement activities.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current state license as an Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
BLS upon hire and maintain current
Two years of experience as an APP preferred.
Previous experience with electronic health record.
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Pay Transparency
Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $126,000 to $131,000. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\KnowYourRights\screen\reader\10_20.pdf
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FacilityCentral Maine Medical Center
LocationUS-ME-LEWISTON | US-ME-LEWISTON
ID2026-280411
CategoryNurse Practitioner
Position TypeFull Time
ShiftDays
Job TypeExempt
MinUSD $126,000.00/Yr.
MaxUSD $131,000.00/Yr.
