Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Baptist Rheumatology - Southbank
Date Posted: Apr 15, 2025
Status: Full-Time
Shift Details: Days
Job Summary
Baptist Rheumatology is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant who can provide outpatient patient care at the Baptist Rheumatology Southbank (Downtown) campus.
Address: 1660 Prudential Drive, Suite 310, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-430pm
This APP will often work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to manage patients with a range of rheumatic diseases.
The APP will see follow up patients (18 years old+) with rheumatological conditions that are already established with the practice. Currently, our APPs do not see new patients.
Responsibilities include taking patient histories, performing physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, making diagnoses, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, and providing patient education. They may also perform interventions like joint aspirations and injections.
The clinic is affiliated with Baptist Health and the Baptist Primary Care network, with over 200 physicians and 50 plus outpatient offices spanning five counties and 10 cities in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, and a physician hospitalist team.
Education Required
Master's Degree
Education Preferred
Master's Degree
Experience
- Master of Science required
- Graduate of an ARNP or PA accredited program
- Rheumatology experience as an advanced practice provider is preferred
License and Certification
- Certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Licensed Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- BLS certification required
Location
Southbank Plaza
1660 Prudential Drive
Jacksonville, FL, 32207
Location Overview
The Strength of Our System
Baptist Rheumatology is affiliated with Baptist Health, Northeast Florida’s “Most Preferred” provider since 1990 ranking highest in the categories of Best Doctors, Best Nurses, Best Quality and Best Reputation. With five nationally-recognized hospitals and physician teams providing care across the spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services, Baptist Health offers the opportunity for exceptional careers backed by renowned reputation, outstanding infrastructure and a patient-centered culture at the heart of our mission.
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Northeast Florida is alive with over 1,100 miles of beaches and waterways, 80,000 acres of parks and trails, a strong and prosperous economy, professional sports teams, championship tennis clubs, renowned golf courses, diverse heritage and vast cultural experiences. The area serves as home to some of the Sunshine State’s best cost of living and the nation’s most sought after quality of life, combining old southern charm with modern Florida flair. Immediately within reach are world famous destinations, attractions, theme parks, entertainment and recreation for individuals and families of all ages.
Recently ranked by Forbes Magazine as the second most desirable city for relocation in the United States, Jacksonville is a modern and vibrant destination surrounded by the very best that Florida has to offer. Equal parts relaxation and adventure, the region was recently chosen as one of Expedia’s “Top 20 Supercool U.S. Cities”.
Why Baptist Health?
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Physicians and providers choose Baptist Health because of our outstanding reputation for quality, safety, and excellence in patient care. Our modern facilities and offices provide a supportive and advanced environment where you can succeed in delivering top-notch care to our patients.
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