Location: Crown Point & St. John, INThe RoleWe are seeking a compassionate and clinically confident
Nurse Practitioner (NP) or
Physician Assistant (PA) to provide high-quality primary care services to geriatric patients in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings throughout
Crown Point and St. John, Indiana.
In this role, you will work collaboratively with an experienced physician while maintaining a high level of autonomy as you manage a panel of patients across multiple facilities. Responsibilities include:
- Conduct comprehensive primary care visits for geriatric patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and other post-acute care settings.
- Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions while promoting preventive care and improving overall patient outcomes.
- Perform routine follow-up visits, evaluate changes in patient condition, and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Review and reconcile medications to ensure safe and effective therapy while minimizing polypharmacy risks.
- Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
- Coordinate care with facility staff, specialists, therapists, and family members to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
- Accurately document patient encounters and maintain complete, timely medical records.
- Maintain independent clinical decision-making while collaborating closely with supervising physicians and the interdisciplinary care team.
What Makes This Role UniqueCollaborative Physician SupportWork alongside experienced physicians who value collaboration, mentorship, and high-quality patient care. You'll have the autonomy to practice while benefiting from ongoing clinical support and case discussions.
Meaningful Geriatric MedicineCare for medically complex older adults and make a lasting impact by managing:
- Chronic disease management
- Polypharmacy
- Dementia and cognitive disorders
- Transitional and post-acute care
- Advanced care planning
- Preventive medicine and wellness
- Acute changes in condition
This role offers the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients while delivering comprehensive primary care in a rewarding, team-based environment.
Ideal Candidate- Board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Active Indiana license (or eligible for licensure)
- 3+ years of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant experience preferred
- Interest or experience in geriatrics, primary care, or post-acute medicine
- Comfortable practicing independently in multiple skilled nursing facilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Organized, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional patient care
Schedule & Structure- Full-Time
- Monday-Friday
- Day Shift
- Predictable weekday schedule
- Travel between facilities within the Crown Point & St. John Indiana area
Compensation & Benefits- Salary: $120,000 annually
- Productivity bonus up to $20,000 annually
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Apple iPad provided
- Malpractice insurance coverage
- $2,000 annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
- $2,000 annual loyalty bonus
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