Night Hospitalist - APP

Yale New Haven Health; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Pension plan matched tax-sheltered annuity

Flexible schedules

Professional development and continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is searching for a Night Acute Care-trained Advanced Practice Provider to join the hospitalist team at Greenwich Hospital in Connecticut. In this crucial role, you will provide high-quality care to patients, conducting health assessments and developing treatment plans while collaborating with a healthcare team.

The ideal candidate should have a degree from an accredited NP or PA program, with relevant certifications and some clinical experience preferred. Comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, health insurance, and professional development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Active PA Certification and Connecticut State Physician Assistant License required.
• 1-2 years of clinical experience in primary care/internal medicine preferred.
• ACLS/BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments including medical history and physical examinations.
• Develop personalized treatment plans with supervising physician.
• Prescribe medications and manage medical devices as per state regulations.

Skills

Patient education

Health assessments

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Medication management

Education

Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the Yale New Haven Health System Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient‑centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Night Acute Care‑trained Advanced Practice Provider to join the hospitalist team at Greenwich Hospital in Greenwich, Connecticut. In this role, you will play an integral part in delivering high‑quality, timely care to patients throughout the hospital, working alongside a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including obtaining detailed medical histories, performing physical examinations, and ordering/interpreting diagnostic tests.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician, focusing on health promotion, disease prevention, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Prescribe medications, order therapies, and manage medical devices according to state regulations and collaborative practice agreements.
• Provide patient education and counseling regarding health maintenance, disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
• Evaluate and manage common acute illnesses (e.g., upper respiratory infections, influenza) and chronic conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, asthma).
• Perform minor office procedures as trained and within scope of practice.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
• Document all patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Serve as a resource for medical staff and participate in educational activities as needed.
• Provide age‑appropriate care to patients across the lifespan, from infants to geriatrics.
• Manage referrals to specialists and coordinate follow‑up care.
• Maintain current knowledge of family medicine best practices and engage in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

Education
Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or an accredited Physician Assistant Program.

Experience
Clinical working experience as an NP/PA in the specialty/service line is preferred but not required.

Licensure and Certification
Active PA Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Connecticut State Physician Assistant License, ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License.
Additional licensure, certifications and/or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty.
OR Connecticut State Registered Nurse License, Connecticut State Nurse Practitioner License, Board specialty certification, as appropriate for position profile ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License.

Additional Requirements
1-2 years clinical experience in primary care/internal medicine setting preferred but not required.
Active PA or NP – Acute Care required.
Active, unrestricted CT medical license or in process of obtaining.
ACLS/BLS (as required) Certification.
DEA License.

Benefits

Competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Pension plan matched tax‑sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions. Flexible schedules, employee wellness initiatives, professional development and continuing education opportunities.

EEO Statement

Yale New Haven Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.