Nurse Practitioner - Palliative Care

TeamHealth; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 128,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated night call coverage

Supportive clinical leadership

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

TeamHealth is seeking a quality-driven palliative care nurse practitioner or physician assistant to join our post-acute care team in Syracuse, New York. This full-time role offers excellent support, autonomy, and earning potential estimated between $128,000 to $140,000 annually.

You will provide high-quality care to patients, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and have opportunities for growth within the organization. Our onboarding program and leadership academy will ensure your success in this vital role.

The position allows you to make a meaningful impact in post-acute patient care with strong earning and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in post-acute, acute, primary care, hospice or similar clinic settings preferred, but not required; new grads welcome to apply.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical exams.
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans based on patient needs.
• Monitor progress and coordinate care to optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with healthcare professionals in a team approach.
• Educate patients and families on health management and preventive strategies.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical records in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Strong clinical foundation

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative team approach

Education

NP or PA license (State of New York)

DEA

Job description

TeamHealth is seeking a quality-driven palliative care nurse practitioner or physician assistant to join our post-acute care team in Syracuse, New York. This is a full-time (5 days/week) opportunity rounding in skilled nursing facilities, with excellent support and training, autonomy, and earning potential. Compensation is fee for service with an estimated compensation range of $128,000 to $140,000 annually and no cap on productivity income potential.

In this role, you’ll provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population, collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and build meaningful relationships with patients and their families. You will have an opportunity to deliver exceptional care during life's pivotal moments.

Our comprehensive clinical and operational leadership team will support your transition into our medical practice with a comprehensive 3‑month onboarding program, a dedicated clinical field mentor, and support from industry-leading clinical experts in post‑acute medicine. Growth and leadership opportunities within this market are available as well. Our innovative population health data reports will guide you toward optimal and timely care for our patient population. The medical practice is part of TeamACO, a dedicated long‑term Accountable Care Organization participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program for our clinicians, which could result in receiving a portion of the shared savings if certain criteria are met. Our Medical Director Leadership Academy (MDLA) will position you for success in quality improvement initiatives and collaboration with facility leadership as a valued partner of the team. This educational program is best‑in‑class and not provided by any other organizations practicing post‑acute medicine.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical exams
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans based on patient needs
• Monitor progress and coordinate care to optimize outcomes
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals in a team approach
• Educate patients and families on health management and preventive strategies
• Maintain accurate, timely medical records in compliance with regulations

Qualifications

• NP or PA license (State of New York) and DEA
• Experience in post‑acute, acute, primary care, hospice or similar clinic settings preferred, but not required; new grads welcome to apply
• Strong clinical foundation and knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative, team‑oriented approach with a positive outlook

Why Join TeamHealth?

• Dedicated night call coverage for work‑life balance
• Supportive clinical leadership and multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in post‑acute patient care
• Strong earning potential with professional growth opportunities
• High earning potential with professional growth opportunities