CRNP or PA - Children's Express Care Hummelstown - Casual

UPMC; Hummelstown (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Casual Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner for their Pediatric Express Care clinic. This role involves providing exceptional patient care during evening and weekend shifts, ensuring a high standard of quality and safety in treatment for minor injuries and illnesses. Join a team committed to life-changing medicine, where your contributions will enhance community health and patient outcomes. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about pediatric care and teamwork.

Benefits

Health and Welfare Benefits

Work-Life Balance Programs

Sign-On Bonus

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Physician Assistant or Registered Nurse Practitioner.
• Experience in pediatric care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care activities and establish collaborative relationships.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and effective communication in practice.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Education

Physician Assistant Certification

Registered Nurse Certification

Job description

UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics (CCP) is hiring a Casual Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner for our Pediatric Express Care clinic in Hummelstown, PA.

Hours: Casual evening and weekend shifts (Weekdays 5pm-9pm, Saturday 12pm - 8pm, Sunday 10am - 6pm)

Location: UPMC Children's Express Care - Hummelstown

Position Specifics: CCP Express Care is an outpatient after-hours pediatric clinic providing treatment for minor injuries and illnesses.

What Can You Bring to UPMC?

• Contribute to UPMC’s mission of Life Changing Medicine
• Set the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery team
• Provide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the community and to your healthcare profession

What Can UPMC Do for You?

• A career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful now and in the future
• Health and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement program
• Work-life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leave
• Competitive pay for the work that you do – base pay, merit, and premium pay
• Sign-on Bonus available if applicable

Staff/Senior Level:

The Staff or Senior Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner and a member of the care delivery team. The APP is responsible for setting the standards for the level and quality of care. The APP has responsibility, authority, and accountability for the provision of care through supervision by and collaboration with a physician. The APP manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members. The role of the APP encompasses leadership, partnership, collaboration, and supervision. The APP establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and their families to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The APP begins to demonstrate a commitment to the community and to their healthcare profession.

The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes.

Responsibilities:

• Apply basic professional practice knowledge and skills appropriate for the practice setting. Communicate effectively, both verbally and in documentation. Demonstrate critical thinking in all areas of professional practice. Incorporate acceptable standards of professional practice as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. Formulate a care plan considering individual patient needs. Seek opportunities to improve clinical practice and ask questions to learn. Build relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Recognize ethical situations and seek guidance. Accept assignments that gradually increase in patient load and complexity.
• Engage in the clinical development of all healthcare team members. Seek opportunities to learn advanced practice techniques from senior team members. Use performance feedback to improve practice. Demonstrate enthusiasm for continuous learning. Provide basic education to support patient care. Participate in professional organizations and read professional literature regularly.
• Demonstrate knowledge of research and evidence-based practice. Participate in journal clubs. Recognize how quality and innovation impact patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical outcomes. Identify opportunities for clinical improvement.
• Communicate clearly with all healthcare team members. Be aware of cultural diversity, workplace violence, and impairment issues. Support safety in the workplace.
• Take accountability for professional development. Recommend improvements in clinical care and workplace health. Lead by building healthy relationships. Prioritize tasks and support colleagues in team service roles. Participate in initiatives and task forces.