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Puja Chitkara MD Center for Arthritis and Rheumatologic Excellence

Rheumatologist

Puja Chitkara MD Center for Arthritis and Rheumatologic Excellence, Chula Vista, California, United States, 91911


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Position at Puja Chitkara MD Center for Arthritis and Rheumatologic Excellence

Our practice is seeking a Full-Time Rheumatologist to join us! We are a busy private practice that serves the greater San Diego area. We are looking for someone who is passionate about private practice and wants to contribute to make our practice thrive even more. In this position you will work alongside our amazing team of Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and clinical/administrative teams to assess and treat patients with rheumatologic conditions. Time will be split between two office locations (Kearny Mesa & Chula Vista).

Responsibilities:Treating rheumatic and autoimmune conditions such as rheumatology arthritis, osteoarthritis, systemic lupus, ankylosing spondylitis, etc.Order diagnostic imaging to identify signs of a systemic or autoimmune disorderMonitor the progress of an existing rheumatic disorderSolid understanding of oral, infusion, and injection medicationPrescribe medications to improve symptoms or slow the progression of the disorderPerform a physical assessment to better understand the symptomsEducate the patient on the autoimmune disorder and discuss a treatment planDesigning tailored treatment plansAssessing joint-related conditionsEvaluating lab results and other advanced testsProviding recommendations for treatmentsRequirements:

Must be Board Certified or EligibleMust have an active California licenseMust have strong interpersonal and organizational skillsExcellent communicator who is empathetic and is a respectful listenerHighly Desirable:

Experience in RheumatologyEffective EHR skillsInterest in growing at private practice long term