Emergency Department Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

University of Maryland Medical System; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

Paid CME time

Tail coverage

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center in Glen Burnie, MD, is seeking a full-time Emergency Department Advanced Practice Provider to join a physician-led team delivering high-quality, rapid emergency care in a busy, 75,000 visits/year ED.

Join a collaborative environment with double physician coverage, Epic EMR, Dragon and DAX support, generous CME, malpractice tail coverage, retirement plan, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Board certification as Acute Care or Emergency Nurse Practitioner.
• Current Maryland licensure or eligibility.
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• NCCPA certification.
• Current Maryland licensure or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with emergent and urgent medical conditions.
• Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Perform procedures within scope of practice and credentialing.
• Collaborate with Emergency Medicine physicians and multidisciplinary teams to provide efficient patient care.
• Document patient encounters accurately within Epic.
• Participate in quality improvement and departmental education as appropriate.

Education

Nurse Practitioner degree (MSN or DNP)

Physician Assistant degree

Job description

Join one of Maryland's leading community hospitals and practice emergency medicine alongside an experienced, collaborative physician‑led team at University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UM BWMC). As part of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), you'll have the opportunity to provide high‑quality, patient‑centered emergency care in a fast‑paced environment while enjoying the resources and stability of an internationally recognized healthcare system.

Position Highlights

• Full-time Emergency Department APP opportunity
• Practice in a high-volume Emergency Department seeing approximately 75,000 patient visits annually
• Collaborative, physician‑led emergency medicine team
• Double physician coverage throughout the day
• Work alongside experienced emergency physicians and Advanced Practice Providers
• State‑of‑the‑art Emergency Department utilizing Epic electronic medical record with Dragon voice recognition and DAX AI documentation support
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off and health, dental, vision, and wellness benefits

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with a broad range of emergent and urgent medical conditions.
• Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies.
• Develop and implement evidence‑based treatment plans.
• Perform procedures within scope of practice and credentialing.
• Collaborate closely with Emergency Medicine physicians and multidisciplinary teams to provide efficient, high‑quality patient care.
• Document patient encounters accurately within Epic.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental education as appropriate.

Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner

• Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Board certification as an Acute Care or Emergency Nurse Practitioner (or certification appropriate for Emergency Medicine practice)
• Current Maryland licensure or eligibility

Physician Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• NCCPA certification
• Current Maryland licensure or eligibility

Preferred Qualifications

• Emergency Department or Urgent Care experience preferred
• Current BLS and ACLS certification
• ATLS and PALS are desirable

About UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center

Located in Glen Burnie, Maryland, UM BWMC is a nationally recognized community medical center serving Anne Arundel County and the surrounding region. The hospital combines advanced technology, exceptional clinical care, and a culture centered on teamwork and compassion while providing easy access to both Baltimore and Annapolis.

University of Maryland Medical System

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a physician‑led, internationally recognized healthcare system offering uniquely rewarding careers throughout Maryland. Become part of something greater by bringing your expertise, compassion, and commitment to a health system dedicated to advancing patient care, education, and innovation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Maryland Medical System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Third-Party Agencies

Please note that the University of Maryland Medical System does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without a valid, executed search agreement will become the property of UMMS, and no placement fee will be paid.

Benefits

Please review 2026-2027 UMMS Benefits Guide.pdf