Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist

UPMC Senior Communities$90K — $110K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CRNP or PA certification with relevant program completion
  • Pennsylvania RN license or NCCPA certification as applicable
  • Strong critical thinking and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a high-paced environment
  • Physical stamina for direct patient care
  • Knowledge of growth and development principles

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive inpatient care for hospitalized patients
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and complex conditions
  • Perform admissions, cross-coverage, and patient assessments
  • Collaborate with physicians and specialists for coordinated care
  • Utilize telemedicine as part of patient care delivery
  • Document patient care and ensure transitions are seamless

Benefits

  • 7-on / 7-off schedule supporting work-life balance
  • Eligible for competitive shift-based differential compensation
  • CME support of 7 days and $3,000 annually
  • Robust retirement and benefits package
  • Opportunity for telemedicine coverage after orientation
Full Job Description
Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

UPMC Williamsport | Hospital Medicine

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/PA or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner/CRNP) to join the Hospitalist team at UPMC Williamsport Regional Medical Center. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic inpatient setting within a 226-bed Level II Trauma Center serving 14 counties across North Central Pennsylvania.

In this role, you'll make a meaningful impact managing a broad range of complex medical conditions while working alongside an experienced, collaborative hospital medicine team.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance
  • 7-on / 7-off | 14 shifts / month
  • Overnight schedule: 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM
  • Consistent block scheduling supporting work-life balance
  • Eligible for competitive shift-based differential compensation
  • Opportunity for telemedicine coverage after orientation

Compensation & Incentives
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Enhanced compensation through overnight shift differential
  • Sign-on bonus available
  • CME: 7 days & $3,000 annually
  • Robust retirement & benefits package

Why Join Us?
  • Practice in a 226-bed regional medical center and Level II Trauma facility
  • Be part of a hospitalist team that admits and manages the majority of inpatients with strong subspecialty collaboration
  • Work alongside experienced colleagues with low turnover and stable leadership
  • Gain exposure to a wide range of acute and complex inpatient cases
  • Attractive overnight compensation structure
  • Opportunity to expand into telemedicine-based care delivery

This is an excellent opportunity for providers seeking a well-supported, high-impact inpatient role within a collaborative and established hospitalist program.

What You'll Do
  • Provide comprehensive inpatient care for hospitalized patients
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and complex medical conditions
  • Perform admissions, cross-coverage, and patient assessments
  • Collaborate with physicians and subspecialists to ensure coordinated care
  • Utilize telemedicine as part of care delivery following orientation
  • Document care and ensure effective transitions across the care team


Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of growth and development principles
  • Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan
  • Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies
  • Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care
  • Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, where applicable.

Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
    • Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program
    • BSN required; MSN preferred
    • Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP certification
    • National certification and eligibility for licensure and CRNP certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing

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  • Physician Assistant (PA)
    • Graduation from an ARC-PA-accredited Physician Assistant program
    • Bachelor's or master's degree preferred
    • Pennsylvania PA license and NCCPA certification


  • Required for All APP Candidates
    • CPR certification required within 30 days of hire
    • Successful completion of Pennsylvania clearances:
      • Act 33
      • Act 34
      • Act 73


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