Endocrine Advanced Practice Provider

Prime Healthcare; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 118,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Malpractice coverage

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Paid time off and CME allowance

Job summary

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a full-time Endocrine Advanced Practice Provider to join its team in Lewiston, Maine. This role involves providing comprehensive outpatient and inpatient care for patients with endocrine disorders, collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure effective treatment and management.

The candidate will conduct patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and educate patients.

Qualifications

• Two years as a nurse practitioner in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine clinic preferred.
• Experience with electronic health record systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and evaluate diagnostic results.
• Diagnose and manage endocrine disorders in collaboration with physicians.
• Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory results.
• Provide patient education regarding disease management and preventive care.
• Document patient encounters accurately in the electronic medical record.

Skills

Insulin pumps

Continuous glucose monitors (CGM's)

Intense insulin regimens

Shared medical appointments

Education

MSN with specialization as an APRN

Current state license as an Nurse Practitioner

BLS upon hire and maintain current certification

Two years as nurse practitioner in Endocrinology & Diabetes preferred

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Job description

Bonus Amount

Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Job Title: Endocrine Advanced Practice ProviderEmployment Type:Full-TimeOrganization:Central Maine HealthcareLocation:Lewiston, Maine

Position Overview

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Endocrinology APP to join its team serving the Central Maine region. The Endocrinology APP provides comprehensive outpatient and/or inpatient care to patients with endocrine disorders under applicable state regulations and organizational policies. The APP collaborates with endocrinologists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to assess, diagnose, treat, educate, and monitor patients with conditions such as diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary diseases, obesity, and other endocrine-related conditions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and CME allowance
• Potential for sign on bonus with options for loan repayment and relocation assistance

Why Central Maine Healthcare?At Central Maine Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a collaborative environment where physicians are valued and supported. Our integrated health system offers strong clinical resources, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, competitive compensation, and an exceptional quality of life in Maine. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region. Join a team where you can build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the health of the communities you serve.

About the Community

Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston-Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. Lewiston-Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling—all within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award-winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world.

About Us

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.

CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.

As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To learn more, visitwww.cmhc.org.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Diagnose and manage endocrine disorders in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic test results.
• Manage diabetes care, including insulin therapy, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), and insulin pump management.
• Provide patient education regarding disease management, medications, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and preventive care.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state laws and organizational protocols.
• Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans as needed.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Coordinate care with primary care providers, specialists, nurses, dietitians, diabetes educators, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical performance programs.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements.

Qualifications

Education

• MSN with specialization as an APRN
• Current state license as an Nurse Practitioner
• BLS upon hire and maintain current
• Two years as nurse practitioner inEndocrinology & Diabetes preferred or two years as a nurse practitioner in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine clinic
• Experience with electronic health record systems

Skills

• Insulin pumps
• Continuous glucose monitors (CGM's)
• Intense insulin regimens
• Lead or co-lead SMA's (shared medical appointments), offering medical assessments within a group setting

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Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $118,000 to $126,000. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here:https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf