Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - EmUrgentCare

Albany Med; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid hands-on training

Opportunities for growth

Medical Coverage (CDPHP)

Dental and Vision plans

Paid Time Off

AMC Pension Plan and 403B Retirement

Occurrence based malpractice insurance

Job summary

100 Albany Med Health System is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for the EmUrgent Care unit in Rotterdam. The role includes conducting patient assessments, leading clinical staff, and maintaining comprehensive medical records. Ideal candidates should have a New York license and prior experience, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

The position offers a supportive team environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, all while serving the community.

Qualifications

• Registered Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with a valid New York license.
• Valid and current DEA certification.
• Preferred 2 years’ experience in Emergency Department or Urgent Care setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and complete physical examinations.
• Collect clinical data such as vitals and specimens.
• Serve as the on-site leader for clinical staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical judgment

Professional communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program

NCCPA Registration

Valid New York license

Job description

Department/Unit: EmUrgent Care - Rotterdam

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Salary Range: Full Time Advanced Practice Provider Position

Welcome to Albany Medical Center, providing excellent care to our community each day. We have an exciting opportunity for physician assistants and/or nurse practitioners to join our team. An ideal candidate must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, both independently and on a team. This is a full-time salaried position structured as three, convenient, 12-hour shifts per week. Every other weekend off is a 4-day weekend! This is an onsite position at one of our Capital Region sites, with some, reimbursable, travel between locations required.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and complete physical examinations
• Collect clinical data such as vitals, specimens, point of care testing
• Conduct occupational medicine assessments
• Complete accurate patient coding
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient medical reports
• Serve as the on-site leader for clinical staff
• Mentor students and newer clinical staff

Requirements

Registered Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with valid New York license and registration

Valid and current DEA certification

Education Requirements

Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program

NCCPA Registration

Applicable state licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Experience

Preferred 2 years’ experience in an Emergency Department or Urgent Care setting; New grads are welcome to apply

Well-developed interpersonal skills and critical judgment

Able to respond to emergencies in a calm, reasoned manner

Use of the scientific process and national standards of care as a framework for managing patient care

Able to quickly master all aspects of a computerized medical recordkeeping and billing system

Must project a professional image and earn the confidence of others

Must have excellent verbal and written skills and have experience in and a desire to deal professionally with the public

Good interpersonal and relationship-building skills are required

Must be HIPAA compliant at all times

Competitive Benefits and Perks

• Paid hands‑on training
• Opportunities for growth within the Albany Medical Center family
• Medical Coverage (CDPHP)
• Dental and Vision plans available
• Located on main public transportation lines
• Paid Time Off
• AMC Pension Plan and 403B Retirement
• Occurrence based malpractice insurance

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.