Physician Assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Medical Critical Care

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join their dynamic Medical Critical Care team. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to engage in patient care, research, and quality initiatives in a prestigious Level 1 Trauma Center. The position emphasizes collaboration with a team of professionals while providing numerous learning opportunities. With a vibrant community and a commitment to community health, this role promises both professional growth and a fulfilling career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Sign-on Bonus

Generous Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Wellness Programs

Retirement Plan

Employee Discount Program

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and Master’s Degree in a related field required.
• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or ACNP program.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily patient rounds and develop care plans.
• Participate in research and quality initiatives.

Skills

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Research Participation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Physician Assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Medical Critical Care

Location: Portland, ME
Facility: Maine Medical Center
Schedule: Full Time
Job Category: Advanced Professional Provider
Req #: 30870
Date Posted: Apr 27, 2025

Description

MaineHealth Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME, is recruiting for a Physician Assistant (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) to join our Medical Critical Care (NCC) team. This is a full-time, day/night rotating position.

The PA or ACNP will perform daily patient rounds with a team of fellows, residents, and students, develop and implement care plans, order and interpret diagnostic studies, and handle procedures, admissions, discharges, and family meetings. This dynamic setting is growing and evolving. The PA or ACNP will also participate in research and quality initiatives across Medical Critical Care, Neuro Critical Care, and Surgical Critical Care. The program offers numerous learning opportunities including grand rounds, teaching rounds, journal clubs, case conferences, and morbidity and mortality reviews. A desire to be a lifelong learner, teacher, and team player is essential.

MaineHealth Maine Medical Center is Maine’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. It is a 637-bed academic medical center located in Portland, on the scenic coast of Maine.

Portland combines urban sophistication with small-town friendliness. The area offers four-season recreational activities such as skiing, hiking, sailing, and beaches. Just two hours north of Boston, it is a vibrant and diverse community with excellent restaurants and schools.

Benefits include:

• Relocation Assistance
• Sign-on Bonus
• Generous Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Discount Program
• Career growth opportunities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's and Master’s Degree in a related field
• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program
• Postgraduate training in critical care or related specialty, or equivalent experience
• Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligibility for licensure
• Current BLS certification

MaineHealth APP Critical Care Residency:

This is a 12-month postgraduate training program with a formal curriculum, didactics, and simulation. It provides integration with a team of APPs, physician fellows, residents, and students to enhance critical care knowledge and skills for adult critically ill patients across surgical, medical, neuro, and cardiovascular services. The program offers protected learning time, regular assessments, and mentorship. Cohorts start biannually in April and October, each enrolling two APP residents, fostering peer support and leadership. More information can be found on our website:

Advanced Practice Provider - Critical Care Residency | MaineHealth

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit health system committed to community health. It includes nine local health systems, behavioral health, diagnostic services, home health, and 1,700 clinicians serving 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. We offer comprehensive benefits and resources to support our team.

For more details, visit www.mainehealth.org or contact Kelley Johnson, Physician & APP Recruiter, at [emailprotected].

MaineHealth requires all care team members to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and influenza, subject to legal exemptions.

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