Employment Opportunities
Would you like to apply to join our committed team?
All open positions are listed below and include both Altoona Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center/Altoona Center for Clinical Research.
Current Positions Available:
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Daily job duties: Rooming patients/obtaining vital signs. Patient care responsibilities as assigned and phlebotomy duties. Documenting in EMR. Provide basic patient care as ordered by physician and assist physician with various procedures. Answer telephones promptly and direct calls to appropriate staff. Clean and stock exam rooms. Front office duties. The individual considered for this position must have a cooperative attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians. They must have the ability to promote a favorable facility image with physicians, patients, hospitals, other physician offices and to the public.
Requirements: Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate. CMA, CST preferred, or equivalent experience, current state license or national certification preferred. Successful completion of Medical Assistant program preferred or equivalent hospital program or minimum of one year of direct patient care experience.
MEDICAL ACCESS COORDINATOR
We are seeking a detail-oriented Medication Access Coordinator to support our rheumatology team. This role is essential for securing timely access to specialty medications by managing prior authorizations, verifying benefits, coordinating medication delivery, and assisting patients with financial assistance programs for medications given in our Rheumatology office.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT IN RHEUMATOLOGY
The PA in Rheumatology will work closely with our team of rheumatologists to provide high-quality care to patients with musculoskeletal and autoimmune diseases. The PA will assist, diagnose, treat, and educate patients regarding their conditions under the supervision and collaboration of licensed rheumatologists.
RHEUMATOLOGIST
Join one of the nation’s premier rheumatology clinical trial sites, known for our extensive experience with over 1,200 clinical trials. We are seeking a Rheumatologist to serve as a principal or
sub-investigator in our ongoing studies.
With a strong reputation for excellence in the community and a well-established referral base, our practice offers an exceptional environment for professional growth. You can enjoy a great work-life balance with no evening or weekend hours. We have an affiliation with UPMC, where there is a limited inpatient call. We offer teaching opportunities with residents and medical students. Our practice has a nationally recognized clinical research program, and a well-regarded infusion center We offer a range of ancillary services, including DEXA/VFA with body composition analysis, musculoskeletal ultrasound, MRI, and digital X-ray, all supported by advanced diagnostic tools. We also provide a clear path to partnership and a competitive benefits package.
At our center, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research, collaborate with a dedicated team, and make a significant impact on patient care in the field of rheumatology.
We’re excited to welcome a qualified candidate to our research practice where you’ll enjoy a steady stream of new opportunities.
APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.