What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rheumatology - Full-Time NP/PA position at Aurora Health Care?
Join Harbin Clinic Rheumatology in Rome, GA, and become part of Advocate Health , one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States. This is an opportunity to practice within a nationally recognized, physician-led medical group that emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and high-quality patient care.
At Advocate Health, we are committed to being a Best Place to Care —where providers are supported, heard, and empowered to deliver exceptional care. If you're seeking professional growth, a meaningful impact, and a collaborative team environment, this is where it starts.
Position Overview
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will diagnose and treat a wide range of rheumatic conditions, including arthritis, lupus, and other autoimmune disorders. This role requires strong clinical expertise, excellent patient management skills, and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Schedule & Practice Details
- Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 4.5-day workweek
- 36 patient contact hours 4 administrative hours
- 18–20 patients per day
- Dedicated Medical Assistant support
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program
- Current state licensure and national certification as an NP or PA
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and patient care practices
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-based care model
- Preferred: Experience in Rheumatology or Orthopedics
- Competitive compensation package
- No ER call responsibilities
- After-hours call is outpatient phone consults only
- Strong primary care referral base
- Opportunities for local teaching
- On-site lab and imaging services
- Hospital located minutes from the clinic
- Access to DAX Copilot , an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic for efficient workflow and note generation
- Join an established team with 1 Rheumatologist currently on staff
- Focus on conditions including arthritis, osteoporosis, and musculoskeletal diseases
- Note: Practice does not manage fibromyalgia or general pain management cases