Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Geriatric Medicine Part-Time

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Farmington (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

CME Expense Reimbursement

Malpractice Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Options

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life/Disability Coverage

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their Geriatric Medicine team. This part-time role offers the opportunity to provide compassionate care to patients in various settings, including hospitals and nursing homes. The ideal candidate will work closely with a team of healthcare professionals, delivering primary care services while ensuring the highest standards of patient education and support. With a flexible schedule and a welcoming environment for new graduates, this position promises a rewarding experience in a collaborative and patient-centered atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited NP or PA program is essential.
• Experience in geriatric medicine is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services in hospital and nursing home settings.
• Work collaboratively with a team of geriatricians and APPs.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Diagnosis

Prescribing

Patient Education

Team Collaboration

Education

Accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

Accredited Physician Assistant Program

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Geriatric Medicine Part-Time

Location: Farmington, ME
Facility: Medical Group Practices
Schedule: Part Time
Job Category: Advanced Professional Provider
Req #: 7918
Date Posted: Mar 8, 2025

MaineHealth Geriatric Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to care for patients in the hospital at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital in Farmington, Maine. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will be responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. This person will work in the nursing home setting providing care to post-acute and long-term care patients. The PA or NP will work with a team of geriatricians and other APPs in a shared patient model. This position practices within partnered facilities, which include long-term, assisted living, and skilled rehabilitation care settings in Farmington, ME.

Part-time, 20 hours per week – Flexible - New Grads Welcome to Apply

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Two years of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant experience preferred but not required.
• Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure.
• Current BLS certification.

This position offers:

• Competitive compensation package including sign-on bonus and relocation assistance to qualified candidates, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance.
• Benefits include Paid Time Off, CME time, retirement options with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, and more.

To apply for or learn more about this position, please send your CV or inquiry to Donna Lafean, MaineHealth Physician & APP Recruiter at [emailprotected]

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for Covid-19 and influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.