Rheumatology Advanced Practice Provider

• Syracuse
• Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants
• Full-time
• Opening on: Nov 4 2026
• APS Ambulatory
• State of New York
• TH Nurse Practitioner NSSL4/Physician Assistant NSSL4
• 91643
• UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

Job Summary:

SUNY Upstate Medical is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider who will provide care to patients at the Rheumatology Ambulatory Clinic at University Health Care Clinic (UHCC) Downtown.

Upstate Medical University is to improve the health of the communities we serve through education, biomedical research, and health care. Beyond our downtown campus, we provide care through our clinics and offices across the greater Syracuse area. In support of our ongoing growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct outpatient encounters at UHCC outpatient Rheumatology Clinic, providing education to and interfacing with primary teams, patients, and families prior to discharge.
• Assess and evaluate patients, order and interpret laboratory tests & diagnostic studies, and arrange referrals, consultations, and therapeutic services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, families, referring physicians, and all members of the health care team.

As an APP, you will be an integral member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to Upstate’s mission, vision, and values, while adhering to all institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (or graduated from an accredited PA program).
• NYS Licensed/Registered NP or PA.
• Current National Certification consistent to the clinical practice.
• Have a NPI number and be Medicare enrolled with a Medicare Identification Number (or PTAN) (or eligible for Medicare Enrollment within 6 months of hire.
• CPR-BLS Certification required at the time of appointment.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment and credentialing clearances.
• At least 1 year of APP experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Rheumatology

Work Days:

Monday-Friday Days, with Rotation to Weekends & Holidays.

Shifts based on operational needs.

Message to Applicants

In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you’ll receive:

• Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Choice of several outstanding health insurance benefits.
• Well-being plans that include Adoption Assistance, Student Loan Relief Services, Tuition Assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans*.*

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.