$25k Incentive Nocturnist Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Hospital Medicine

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing exceptional patient care during night shifts, collaborating closely with physicians, and utilizing innovative tools to enhance patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate autonomy in patient evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, ensuring the highest standards of care. With a strong commitment to professional growth, the position offers a competitive recruitment incentive and comprehensive benefits from day one. Join a team that values kindness, excellence, and continuous learning in a supportive environment.

Benefits

$25,000 Recruitment Forgivable Loan

Comprehensive medical/retirement benefits

Paid malpractice insurance

Relocation assistance

CME funds ($3,000/year)

Paid 10 CME days/year

Qualifications

• Experience in patient evaluation and treatment planning.
• Proficient in electronic medical records and diagnostic testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients in collaboration with physicians.
• Order tests and interpret results for effective treatment.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Diagnosis

Treatment Planning

Electronic Medical Records

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Tools

Electronic Medical Records Systems

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

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Job Summary

Geisinger Medical Center is seeking a Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner or 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 Medical Center – Danville, PA Department: Hospital Medicine Work schedule: Nights 7 nights on – 7 nights off (7pm – 7 am) Work type: full time In collaboration with the physician, provides care to new or established patients. Demonstrates autonomy through patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care. Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication and therapeutic regimen within the scope of practice of the physician assistant. These roles, undertaken in cooperation with nursing, staff physicians and other department staff, may include triage, telephone communication and patient education.

Job Summary

Geisinger Medical Center is seeking a Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner or 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 Medical Center – Danville, PA Department: Hospital Medicine Work schedule: Nights 7 nights on – 7 nights off (7pm – 7 am) Work type: full time In collaboration with the physician, provides care to new or established patients. Demonstrates autonomy through patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care. Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication and therapeutic regimen within the scope of practice of the physician assistant. These roles, undertaken in cooperation with nursing, staff physicians and other department staff, may include triage, telephone communication and patient education.

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 evidenced 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 physician assistant 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 follow policies and guidelines to define procedures and meet goals and deadlines.
  
  

Advanced Practitioners Receive The Following Benefits

• $25,000 Recruitment Forgivable Loan - a three-year work commitment
• Comprehensive medical/retirement benefits starting the first day of employment
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• CME funds ($3,000/year) and paid 10 CME days/year
  
  

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. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

Education

Experience

Bachelor's Degree-Physician Assistant (Required), Master's Degree-Physician Assistant (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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