Hepatobiliary Advanced Practice Provider

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health and well-being benefits

Retirement plan options

Job summary

SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking a highly skilled Advanced Practice Provider to join the Hepatobiliary Team in a full-time inpatient role. Based in a Level I Trauma Center, the APP will provide critical care and cross-train to the outpatient clinic while supporting 24/7 operations.

Responsibilities include inpatient coverage with First Assist, education for teams, and coordination of labs and referrals with a patient- and family-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with RNFA or eligible by time of appointment.
• NYS Licensed/Registered NP or PA.
• Current National Certification in clinical practice.
• NPI number and Medicare enrollment or eligibility within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient coverage with a First Assist component and cross-training to the Outpatient Clinic.
• Conduct inpatient encounters at SUNY Upstate Downtown campus and coordinate with primary teams, patients, and families.
• Assess and evaluate patients, order and interpret labs and imaging, arrange referrals and therapies.
• Build strong relationships with patients, families, referring physicians, and health care team.

Skills

Inpatient surgical experience

First Assist

Education

Master’s degree PA/NP with RNFA

Job description

Hepatobiliary Advanced Practice Provider

• Syracuse

• Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants

• Full-time

• Opening on: Jun 30 2026

• APS Inpatient
• State of New York
• TH Nurse Practitioner NSSL4/Physician Assistant NSSL4
• 89732
• UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

Job Summary:

SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider to serve in a full-time role to provide care to patients with the Hepatobiliary Team.

Position is based in a Level I Trauma Center that provides Critical Care and services to patients across a 17+ County Region. Scheduling is determined based on operational needs. Upstate operates 24 hours a day/Seven days a week, providing continuous care to our region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Primarily provide Inpatient coverage with a First Assist component and cross training to the Outpatient Clinic.
• Conduct Inpatient encounters at the SUNY Upstate Downtown campus providing education to and interfacing with primary teams, patients, and families prior to discharge.
• Assess and evaluate patients, order and interpret laboratory tests & diagnostic studies, and arrange referrals, consultations, and therapeutic services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, families, referring physicians, and all members of the health care team.

As an APP, you will be an integral member of the hepatobiliary healthcare team, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to Upstate’s mission, vision, and values, while adhering to all institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree as a Physician Assistant (or graduated from an accredited PA program) or Nurse Practitioner with RNFA, or eligible by time of appointment.
• NYS Licensed/Registered NP or PA.
• Current National Certification consistent to the clinical practice.
• Have a NPI number and be Medicare enrolled with a Medicare Identification Number (or PTAN) (or eligible for Medicare Enrollment within 6 months of hire.
• CPR-BLS Certification required at the time of appointment.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment and credentialing clearances.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years Surgical Oncology or General Surgery First-Assist experience.
• 2 years APP Inpatient Surgical experience.

Work Days:

Primarily Day shift with rotational Weekend and Holiday coverage. Evening and Night shifts maybe be required based on operational needs.

Shifts may range from 8 to 12-hour shifts.

Message to Applicants:

In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you’ll receive:

• Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days
• Choice of several outstanding health insurance benefits and Well-being plans that include Student Loan Relief Services, Tuition Assistance, Adoption Assistance and an Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans

Recruitment Office: Human Resources