Autonomous NP/PA — Endocrinology for Long-Term Care

Elaya Health; Dayton (KY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Strong clinical and administrative支持

Training and guidance in protocols

Clinical autonomy

No office-based patient panel

Advancement opportunities

Leadership under Medical Director

Job summary

Elaya Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide on-site endocrine care in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. You will manage diabetes and thyroid conditions, collaborate with facility teams, and contribute to reducing unnecessary hospital visits.

The role offers high clinical autonomy, flexible scheduling, and strong administrative support within a growing specialty practice led by Medical Director Dr. Don Zwickler.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in NY and/or NJ, or willing to obtain licensure.
• Experience in endocrinology, internal medicine, geriatrics, or skilled nursing preferred.
• Endocrinology experience is a plus but not required for the right candidate.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a larger clinical team.
• Patient-centered and committed to high-quality care for long-term care residents.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site patient evaluations and follow-up visits.
• Manage diabetes, thyroid disorders, and other endocrine conditions.
• Review blood glucose trends, labs, and medications.
• Optimize diabetes management and reduce finger sticks and medication burden.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, facility leadership, and primary care teams.
• Provide clear clinical recommendations and ongoing follow-up.
• Document in facility EMRs with training and admin support.
• Help reduce avoidable hospitalizations through proactive specialty care.

Skills

NP/PA license

Endocrinology

Geriatrics

Clinical judgment

Independent team

Job description

Elaya Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide on-site endocrine care in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. You will manage diabetes and thyroid conditions, collaborate with facility teams, and contribute to reducing unnecessary hospital visits.

The role offers high clinical autonomy, flexible scheduling, and strong administrative support within a growing specialty practice led by Medical Director Dr. Don Zwickler.