Advanced Practice Provider Fellow - Emergency Medicine

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center offers an 18-month APP Fellowship in Emergency Medicine for new nurse practitioners and physician assistants. The program includes both didactic education and hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, emphasizing diverse clinical exposure and certifications in emergency procedures. Applicants must hold relevant educational qualifications and BLS certification, starting in September 2025 with an application deadline on January 30, 2025.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision with no waiting period

Generous Paid Time Off and Personal Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Wellness Programs

Retirement and Life Insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Graduated by May 2025 for consideration.
• Experience in emergency medicine is valuable.
• Passion for patient care and training.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced clinical skills in a high-acuity environment.
• Participate in residency conferences and tailored sessions.
• Gain experience across various specialties and emergency scenarios.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Interprofessional Communication

Crisis Management

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

ATLS Certification

Job description

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Hours: 12
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Kristen Brannen at [e-mail] for additional information.

**Two APP?s will be selected for this Fellowship program and will start in September 2025. Applicants will need to have graduated by May 2025 in order to be considered. This posting will close on January 30, 2025**

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center Emergency Medicine Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Fellowship is an 18-month post-graduate training program designed to prepare highly qualified nurse practitioners and NCCPA-certified physician assistants to become skilled, compassionate, and efficient emergency medicine providers. Through a blend of didactic education and hands-on patient care, fellows will develop advanced clinical skills and expertise in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

The fellowship includes weekly 4-6-hour residency conferences, as well as sessions specifically tailored for fellows. Fellows will complete certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and ATLS.

Fellows gain experience across all levels of emergency medicine (EM) acuity, including pediatric EM and the EM observational care unit.

Fellows rotate through various specialties, such as Neurology, Obstetrics, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Critical Care, and Radiology, to broaden their clinical knowledge and foster interprofessional communication.

Unique to Penn State Health, the fellowship offers hands-on experience in Event Medicine, providing medical support at Penn State football games and other events. Additionally, fellows participate in an introduction to Wilderness Medicine, featuring an overnight backpacking trip along the Appalachian Trail.

This distinguished fellowship fosters a seamless transition to practice by offering a multidisciplinary approach, collaboration with seasoned healthcare providers, and exposure to a diverse patient population.

Join Us : Embark on a transformative journey with the Emergency Medicine APP Fellowship at Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center, and develop the skills necessary to thrive as an emergency medicine provider. For further details and requirements regarding this opportunity click here.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Master's degree in Nursing and currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner by State or employment OR Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of employment and National Certification in State of employment or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the State of employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

For more information: https://this.pennstatehealth.org/#thisIsPennStateHealth

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania?s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE?LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence ? that?s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That?s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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