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JOB OVERVIEW• Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider Rheumatology• Job Type: Permanent• Location: Blackfoot, ID• Service Setting: Outpatient Clinic within a Non-Profit Critical Access Hospital• Schedule: Monday Friday, standard daytime clinic hoursPATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE• Patient Demographics: Adults• Average Daily Volume / Census: Established outpatient rheumatology patient panel• Admissions & Rounding: Not Included• Consults & Follow-Ups: Yes• Case Mix/Clinical Focus Areas: Chronic and complex rheumatologic conditionsFACILITY & TEAM DETAILS• Beds in Department/Unit: Outpatient clinic setting• Trauma Designation: N/A• EMR System: In use at facility• Specialty Backup: Dedicated Rheumatology physician support• Support Staff: Experienced nursing staff and on-site Infusion Therapy Center team• Leadership & Reporting Structure: Reports to Rheumatology Physician and Clinical Leadership• Reason for Opening: Practice growth and increased patient demandCREDENTIALING & COMPLIANCE• Board Requirements: NP or PA certification in good standing• DEA & Certifications: Active or eligible DEA; BLS required• Credentialing Timeline: Standard permanent onboarding timeline• Visa Sponsorship: Not availableCOMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS• Base Salary: Nationally competitive salary• Incentive Bonus Structure: No-cap productivity bonus potential• Relocation Assistance: $5,000 practice commencement and relocation bonus• Student Loan Repayment: Not specified• CME Allowance: $3,000 annually• PTO & Holidays: 160 hours of paid time off• Health & Retirement Benefits:• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage• Retirement plan options• Life and Disability coverage• Malpractice Insurance providedREQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS• Board Status: Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant• State License Required: Active Idaho license or eligibility to obtain• Certifications: BLS required• Experience: Prior Rheumatology experience required• Additional Requirements: Ability to manage an independent outpatient clinic panel and collaborate in a team-based environmentDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES• Diagnose and manage chronic rheumatologic conditions in an outpatient setting• Coordinate care with on-site Infusion Therapy Center• Collaborate closely with Rheumatology physician and multidisciplinary care team• Provide comprehensive follow-up care and patient education• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentationCOMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS• About the Area: Blackfoot offers small-town charm with a strong sense of community and access to outdoor recreation• Local Attractions: Skiing, hiking, fishing, and proximity to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks• School System: Local public and private school options available• Housing: Affordable housing with a variety of neighborhood options• Demographic & Professional Profile: Family-friendly community with a supportive medical environment• Nearby Cities: Located between Idaho Falls and Pocatello• Nearest Airport: Idaho Falls Regional Airport• Distance from Airport: Approximately 30 miles 35 minutes by car