Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care - Western Psych

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Advanced Practice Provider in a unique psychiatric hospital environment. This role focuses on delivering comprehensive primary care while collaborating with a dedicated team to ensure the best patient outcomes. With a consistent Monday to Friday schedule, this position promotes work-life balance and offers opportunities for professional growth through CME and career advancement programs. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of patients while enjoying a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

CME Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Program

Potential Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Ability to provide comprehensive primary care in a psychiatric setting.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services to psychiatric patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for optimal patient outcomes.
• Engage in clinical development and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Patient Care

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Communication

Education

Physician Assistant Certification

Registered Nurse License

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider - Primary Care at Western Psychiatric Hospital

Location: Western Psychiatric Hospital

Hours: Monday-Friday, daylight

Position Overview: UPMC is seeking a Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner to join our Primary Care team at Western Psychiatric Hospital. This role offers the unique opportunity to work in a psychiatric hospital setting with a focus on primary medicine on the hospital floors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients within the psychiatric hospital.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Work in the psychiatric emergency room as needed.
• Participate in hospital rounding, with up to 100% of time spent in this capacity.

Why Join Us?

• Teamwork: Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and mutual respect.
• Professional Growth: Access CME opportunities, OAPP Jump Start program, and APP Career Ladder to enhance your education and skills.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent Monday through Friday schedule with no mandatory on-call or weekend shifts.
• Inclusive Environment: We promote a diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming candidates from all backgrounds.

Discover what being an Advanced Practice Provider can do for UPMC and vice versa – it’s more than just a job!

What Can You Bring to UPMC?

• Contribute to UPMC’s mission of Life Changing Medicine.
• Set standards for the level and quality of care.
• Provide patient care activities with independent judgment, communication, and collaboration.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with healthcare team members, patients, and families.
• Demonstrate a commitment to community and professional development.

What Can UPMC Do for You?

• Offer a career path to gain relevant experience for current and future roles.
• Provide comprehensive health and welfare benefits and an exceptional retirement program.
• Support work-life balance with PTO, wellness programs, and paid parental leave.
• Offer competitive pay, including base, merit, and premium pay.
• Potential sign-on bonus, if applicable.

Staff/Senior Level:

The Staff or Senior APP, a Physician Assistant or CRNP, is responsible for setting care standards, managing patient care with supervision and collaboration, and demonstrating leadership and professional growth. The role involves establishing collaborative relationships and beginning to show leadership qualities.

The successful candidate will be placed according to experience for employment purposes.

Responsibilities:

• Apply professional knowledge, communicate effectively, and demonstrate critical thinking.
• Engage in clinical development and seek feedback for improvement.
• Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives.
• Communicate clearly with the healthcare team, support safety, and demonstrate cultural awareness.
• Take accountability for professional growth and contribute to team and organizational improvements.