PIH Health, a leading nonprofit regional healthcare network, is seeking a Dynamic Rheumatology NP/PA to join our team. With more than 310 days of sunshine and a vibrant, diverse community of over 3 million people, PIH Health serves residents across Los Angeles, San Gabriel Valley and Orange County. We offer top-quality care at our hospitals and outpatient centers. Our commitment to patient safety, comfort, and excellence in care is at the heart of everything we do.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Teamwork:  Work alongside 4 top-tier providers, Director with 30+ years of experience, fully supportive staff, and own clinic practice manager.
• Busy Service Line:  Start with a full patient panel from day one in a well-established practice. 
• Work-Life Balance: Monday-Friday work week, clinic only and no call hours.
• Seamless EMR: Use a unified EMR system across the network that makes coordinating care with specialists easier.
• Competitive Compensation: Guaranteed salary, retirement plans, malpractice coverage and excellent benefits package included paid sick time off.
• Professional Growth:  Access to unlimited growth potential, your voice being heard by administration, involvement opportunities and chance to shape the future of a growing department. 

About the Area:

The area offers the perfect balance of suburban charm and urban convenience. Nestled just a short drive from both Los Angeles and Orange Counties, it provides easy access to world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Its central location means you can enjoy a morning hike in the mountains, relax on the beach by the afternoon or a day at Disneyland. With a friendly community, great schools, and a variety of parks and outdoor activities, Whittier is an ideal place to live, work, and play.

Why PIH Health:

PIH Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 100 outpatient medical offices, 7 Urgent Care Centers, and a medical foundation employing over 500 physicians and mid-level providers. PIH Health offers a comprehensive range of services, including hospice care, with an unwavering focus on patient well-being and comfort.

Our organization is home to more than 7,500 compassionate and dedicated employees. PIH Health has earned recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals, a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional care to our community.??

Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values.

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At PIH Health, you’re not just another staff member – you’re part of a close-knit, dedicated family committed to providing exceptional care. If you’re looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and join a team that truly values you, we’d love to have you on board!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Rheumatology NP/PA works closely with the supervising physician to coordinate a course of treatment for patients: perform histories, complete physical exams, order labs and interpret data to formulate a diagnosis or treatment plan for a variety of rheumatic diseases while working with an inter-disciplinary team of nurses, dieticians, surgeons and pathologists. The Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will act as an expert in Rheumatology disease management and prevention.

• Demonstrated expertise in Rheumatologic diagnoses: assessment, intervention, and patient care management. Knowledgeable regarding Rheumatology scope of practice.
• Experience in the interpretation of radiological exams including x-ray, MRI, CT, etc.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal and conflict resolution abilities.
• Independent performer.

• Current California Nurse Practitioner license or California Physician Assistant License
• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner /Physician Assistant School
• One to three (1-3) years direct patient care clinical rheumatology experience
• Evidence of continuing education and self-development to support license requirements
• Board Certification: Board certified