Location Detail: 111 Salem Tpke Norwich (10365)
Shift Detail: Monday-Friday
Advance Your Career with Hartford HealthCare
Hartford HealthCare, the largest and most comprehensive healthcare system in Connecticut, is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dedicated team. This role involves providing initial and follow-up consultations in a dynamic hospital outpatient department in Norwich, CT.
Key Highlights of This Opportunity:
- The Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will work primarily in an ambulatory setting, addressing a wide range of conditions including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, osteoporosis, gout, lupus, and more. Responsibilities include performing joint injections and gaining expertise in immunosuppressive and biologic therapies.
- Work schedule is Monday to Friday with day shifts available from either 8 am to 4:30 pm or 7:30 am to 4 pm.
- Enjoy a low on-call volume.
- Provide inpatient consultations at Backus Hospital.
- Collaborate with seasoned office staff and specialists from various disciplines on-site.
- Get involved in provider committees, system-wide initiatives, and rheumatology meetings.
- Manage a stable patient census with a reasonable workload.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Attractive compensation package along with a matching 401k, tiered medical plans, and CME reimbursement.
- Thrive in your role with support from the Hartford HealthCare Office of Advanced Practice, dedicated to the professional growth of our Advanced Practitioners, and the Office of Provider Wellness.
The Backus Hospital Arthritis and Rheumatology Center delivers comprehensive care within a relaxing environment. Our objective is to pinpoint the exact causes of arthritic pain and develop tailored care plans that enhance our patients' quality of life.
Join the Backus Hospital Arthritis and Rheumatology Center where there are endless possibilities for your career. You will have the opportunity to work alongside nationally respected colleagues in a progressive, provider-led atmosphere. Part of a large network, including seven acute care hospitals and over 1,000 providers, you will find numerous options to advance your career.
Connecticut offers an exceptional lifestyle accessible to you and your family. With some of the finest schools in the country, four distinct seasons for outdoor activities, and options for living in coastal, suburban, or urban settings, there's something for everyone. To enhance your professional journey and find fulfillment in your career, apply today!
Qualifications:
To qualify, candidates must be eligible for licensing in Connecticut as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). Certification as a Physician Assistant or National Board Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), or Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) is required. A minimum of one year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider is highly preferred.
