$20k Incentive Nocturnist Physician Assistant Hospital Medicine

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nocturnist Physician Assistant to enhance patient care during night shifts. This role involves assessing patients, implementing treatment plans, and collaborating with physicians to ensure optimal health outcomes. The position offers a competitive compensation package, including a robust retirement plan and opportunities for academic advancement. Enjoy a fulfilling career in a supportive environment that values your contributions while benefiting from a lower cost of living and a tight-knit community.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

401(k) retirement plan

80 CME hours

$3,000 CME funds

Relocation assistance

Academic opportunities

Better quality of life

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for the position.
• Strong focus on patient assessment and care management.

Responsibilities

• Establishes diagnoses and implements treatment plans for patients.
• Communicates with physicians and patients to ensure quality care.
• Performs procedures within the scope of practice.

Skills

Clinical Policies And Standards

Patient Assessment And Care

Care Management Knowledge

Patient Safety

Health Information Documentation

Patients Rights

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center is seeking a Nocturnist Physician Assistant to join our growing team. We are proud to give our Hospital Medicine providers the innovative tools and support they need to do what they do best - provide exceptional care.

Location: Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center – Wilkes Barre, PA

Department: Hospital Medicine

Work schedule: Nights 7 nights on – 7 nights off (7pm – 7 am)

Work type: full time

Job Duties

• Assesses and establishes a presumptive diagnosis and implements treatment plans for their patient population.
• Makes accurate and complete entries into the electronic medical record; orders and interprets diagnostic testing and consults as appropriate and prescribes appropriate medical therapy utilizing evidence-based practice.
• Prescribes, adjusts or discontinues medications or therapies as appropriate.
• Evaluates and reports to collaborating physician any circumstances or approaches to medical management or test results that present a significant risk to patient's health or well-being.
• Performs procedures within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner license.
• Communicates with collaborative physician, patient, PCP and referring staff through telephone or other means of correspondence.
• Instills confidence in patient acting as their advocate by providing safe, ethical care and health education to the patient and their family in a language that they can understand.
• Interprets and follows policies and guidelines to define procedures and meet goals and deadlines.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Position Details

With Geisinger, you can take advantage of:

• Competitive compensation package & benefits including a robust 401(k) retirement plan, 80 CME hours and $3,000 CME funds, relocation, and more!
• Academic opportunities available via advanced practice preceptorship.
• Better quality of life - Enjoy fresh air, short commutes, a lower cost of living and tight-knit communities in our respective regions across Pennsylvania.
• Satisfaction of working for a nationally recognized, physician-led healthcare organization committed to leading healthcare change.

Education

Master's Degree - (Required)

Skills

Clinical Policies And Standards; Patient Assessment And Care; Care Management Knowledge; Patient Safety; Health Information Documentation; Patients Rights

About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and