Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Integrative Wellness

Job description

Overview The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)/Physician Assistant (PA-C) provides direct patient care within Sarasota Arthritis Center’s clinical setting, evaluating, diagnosing, and managing patients with rheumatologic conditions in accordance with Florida law and established collaborative agreements. This position ensures the highest standard of clinical quality, patient safety, and adherence to provider protocols and regulatory requirements. The APRN/PA-C plays a critical role in supporting physician workflow, improving patient access to care, and maintaining continuity of treatment across SAC’s Sarasota, Venice, and Bradenton locations. This role also carries a second, developing responsibility. SAC is building an integrative wellness and longevity service line intended to serve our existing rheumatology population — patients whose autoimmune disease, long-term corticosteroid exposure, and immunosuppressive therapy leave them with skin fragility, collagen loss, impaired healing, chronic musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and hormonal change that traditional rheumatologic care alone does not address. Planned services include broadband light (BBL) and red light therapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for musculoskeletal indications, menopause hormone therapy, testosterone replacement, and a limited aesthetic injectable component. This is a ground-floor opportunity . The provider in this role will begin with a primarily rheumatology-focused schedule while helping design, launch, and operationalize the wellness service line, then transition progressively toward a primarily wellness and longevity practice as the program matures. We are seeking a clinician who is excited by both halves of that arc. Responsibilities Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with rheumatologic conditions in accordance with established protocols and collaborative agreements. Conduct new patient consultations, follow-up visits, TOCs, and medication management appointments. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians. Prescribe medications, biologics, and infusion therapies in compliance with Florida statutes and DEA regulations. Order, review, and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and diagnostic reports. Identify patients appropriate for infusion or biologic therapy and coordinate care with the Infusion and Prior Authorization teams. Monitor patient response to treatment plans and adjust therapies as clinically indicated. Document all patient encounters thoroughly and accurately in the electronic medical record (NextGen) in real time. Maintain timely completion of charts and encounter documentation in alignment with SAC expectations. Provide clinical oversight of the Infusion Suite, responding to patient reactions, adverse events, and clinical incidents. Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, providers, and staff regarding care plans and follow-up needs. Collaborate with Prior Authorizations department to ensure appropriate documentation is obtained for prior authorizations. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and provider meetings as assigned. Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and all SAC policies and procedures. Maintain active licensure, board certification, and required continuing education. Other duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. They may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Integrative Wellness & Longevity Service Line Partner with physician leadership and administration to develop, launch, and grow SAC's integrative wellness and longevity service line, including service selection, clinical protocols, patient selection criteria, consent processes, and workflow design. Evaluate and manage patients for wellness and longevity services, including menopause hormone therapy, testosterone replacement, and medically appropriate skin, collagen, and musculoskeletal therapies, in accordance with Florida law, established protocols, and collaborative agreements. Perform aesthetic and regenerative procedures within scope of practice and following completion of required training and credentialing — anticipated to include botulinum toxin and dermal filler injection, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) preparation and injection, broadband light (BBL) treatments, and red light therapy. Complete manufacturer- and vendor-provided device and injectable training as required; SAC will sponsor and fund required training and certification. Integrate wellness services into the rheumatologic care plan, evaluating candidacy in the context of the patient's underlying autoimmune disease, immunosuppressive and corticosteroid therapy, wound healing capacity, infection risk, and comorbidities. Educate patients on wellness service options, expected outcomes, limitations, risks, and costs in a transparent, non-promotional manner consistent with SAC's ethical standards. Recognize, document, and manage complications and adverse outcomes related to aesthetic, laser, regenerative, and hormone therapies, escalating to physician leadership as appropriate. Maintain accurate documentation, photography, consent, and outcome tracking for all wellness encounters. Support marketing, patient communication, and program development efforts in collaboration with practice leadership. Participate in the establishment of quality, safety, and outcome metrics for the new service line. Qualifications Current, active Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) / PA license in the State of Florida (required) National board certification (AANP or ANCC required) Active DEA registration Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience in internal medicine, rheumatology, or related specialty (rheumatology preferred) Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills Proficiency in EMR systems (NextGen or similar preferred) Excellent communication, clinical judgment, and patient care skills Ability to work collaboratively and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced specialty practice environment Preferred Experience in aesthetic or wellness medicine, including botulinum toxin and dermal filler injection Experience with laser or light-based devices (BBL, IPL, or similar) and PRP preparation and injection Experience managing menopause hormone therapy and/or testosterone replacement, with a guideline-based, evidence-informed approach Experience in a concierge service line, with a demonstrated commitment to ethical, non-pressuring patient counseling Experience helping launch a new service, program, or clinic Comfort with photography, outcome tracking, and protocol development Benefits No Hospital Call 100% employer-paid medical insurance for employees 401(k) with company match and employer-funded profit sharing Four-day work week (Monday – Thursday), supporting strong work/life balance Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) CME days and reimbursement A collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong support and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care Equal Employment Opportunity Sarasota Arthritis Centers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. About Our Organization Sarasota Arthritis Center is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve through innovative, compassionate, and accessible healthcare services. We are committed to advancing medical excellence, fostering a supportive work environment, and upholding the highest standards of ethics and integrity.