Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Acute Care Setting

HealthOp Solutions; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Peoria, AZ is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their acute care team. This full-time position offers a guaranteed minimum salary of $150,000 with the potential to earn up to $200,000 annually. Ideal candidates will excel in high-pressure environments and possess strong clinical skills. Responsibilities include managing patient care, conducting assessments, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will have prior experience in hospital-based medicine.
• Open to new graduates with strong clinical training.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive acute care services including assessment and treatment.
• Manage patient care for post-operative and step-down unit cases.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff for coordinated care.

Skills

Acute Care

Patient Care

Communication

Education

NP or PA Program

Job description

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Acute Care Setting

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Position: Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Location: Peoria, AZ

Schedule: Full-Time

Compensation: $150k - $200,000 / year (Collections Model - Guaranteed)

Benefits: N/A (1099 position)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our acute care team in Peoria, AZ. This role involves working within a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, supporting physicians and clinical staff in delivering exceptional care to patients with acute, complex, and post-surgical needs.

Ideal candidates will have prior experience in hospital-based medicine, acute care, or post-operative recovery, but we are open to well-prepared new graduates with strong clinical training and confidence in high-pressure settings.

This is a collections-based role, with a guaranteed annual minimum of $150,000, and most providers earn between $150,000–$200,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive acute care services including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for medically complex patients.
• Manage patient care for post-operative, post-discharge, and step-down unit cases requiring close monitoring.
• Conduct in-depth physical exams, diagnostic evaluations, and order appropriate laboratory or imaging tests.
• Interpret clinical data and adjust treatment plans based on patient status and physician guidance.
• Collaborate closely with attending physicians, surgeons, hospitalists, and nursing staff to ensure a coordinated and effective care plan.
• Prescribe medications and manage therapies under established protocols.
• Provide pre- and post-operative education and care, including monitoring for complications and surgical site issues.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and families regarding treatment plans and prognosis.
• Document all care provided in a timely, thorough, and compliant manner.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and assist with transitions of care and discharge planning.

Requirements

• NP or PA Program completed in the USA
• 3-4 years of acute care experience (preferred but not required)

Additional Information

This is a full-time, 1099 position with a guaranteed minimum annual salary of $150,000 and earning potential up to $200,000.