"Nurse Practitioner - Rheumatology"

Position Summary

Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s Department of Medicine is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join the outpatient practice at NYP/Columbia University within the Division of Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology. This role primarily focuses on the diagnosis and management of arthritis and other rheumatologic conditions, under the guidance and supervision of the Center Director. The NP will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, fellow NPs, registered nurses, and administrative staff to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care both independently and in collaboration with the clinical team
• Conduct thorough patient histories and physical examinations (comprehensive and targeted)
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests; manage acute and chronic conditions
• Triage and address clinical inquiries and concerns from patients
• Prescribe medications and document all patient interactions in the EMR
• Review external medical records and collaborate with physicians to revise treatment plans as needed
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes and outpatient care strategies
• Offer guidance on treatment protocols and medication regimens
• Place orders and provide clinical oversight for patients receiving IV therapies in the infusion center
• Support clinical research efforts by coordinating and implementing trials involving human subjects
• Screen and enroll patients in clinical trials in accordance with study protocols
• Independently perform study-related procedures and maintain accurate case report documentation
• Supervise, train, and manage research staff and student volunteers
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner, plus one to two years of related experience
• Current New York State Nurse Practitioner (NP) (or proof of application) and Registered Nurse (RN) licenses
• NP or FNP board certification
• Current certifications: BCLS, DEA, and NPI
• Proficiency with EMR systems and Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Other Requirements

• Medical clearance and participation in Medical Surveillance program required
• Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements

Job Type: Officer of Administration

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hours Per Week: 35+

Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00

*The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.*

Posted: 10-Oct-25

Location: New York, New York

Type: Full-time

Categories: Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 553082