Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist

@ UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

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Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist

Williamsport, PA

Posted 3 days ago

About the job

UPMC Williamsport seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PA or CRNP) to join the hospitalist team. Provide inpatient care at a 226-bed Level II Trauma Center serving 14 counties. Focus on managing complex conditions and collaborating with specialists in a supportive environment.

Requirements

Knowledge of growth principles
Ability to provide age-appropriate care
Assess patient data effectively
Strong clinical judgment skills
Physical stamina for patient care

Qualifications

Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP or PA certification
Successful completion of required programs
CPR certification within 30 days
Clearances: Act 33, 34, 73
Experience in inpatient care preferred

Full job description

Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

UPMC Williamsport | Hospital Medicine

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/PA or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner/CRNP) to join the Hospitalist team at UPMC Williamsport Regional Medical Center. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic inpatient setting within a 226-bed Level II Trauma Center serving 14 counties across North Central Pennsylvania.

In this role, you’ll make a meaningful impact managing a broad range of complex medical conditions while working alongside an experienced, collaborative hospital medicine team.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

7-on / 7-off | 14 shifts / month
Overnight schedule: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Consistent block scheduling supporting work-life balance
Eligible for competitive shift-based differential compensation
Opportunity for telemedicine coverage after orientation

Compensation & Incentives

Competitive salary based on experience
Enhanced compensation through overnight shift differential
Sign-on bonus available
CME: 7 days & $3,000 annually
Robust retirement & benefits package

Why Join Us?

Practice in a 226-bed regional medical center and Level II Trauma facility
Be part of a hospitalist team that admits and manages the majority of inpatients with strong subspecialty collaboration
Work alongside experienced colleagues with low turnover and stable leadership
Gain exposure to a wide range of acute and complex inpatient cases
Attractive overnight compensation structure
Opportunity to expand into telemedicine-based care delivery

This is an excellent opportunity for providers seeking a well-supported, high-impact inpatient role within a collaborative and established hospitalist program.

What You'll Do

Provide comprehensive inpatient care for hospitalized patients
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and complex medical conditions
Perform admissions, cross-coverage, and patient assessments
Collaborate with physicians and subspecialists to ensure coordinated care
Utilize telemedicine as part of care delivery following orientation
Document care and ensure effective transitions across the care team

Knowledge of growth and development principles
Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan
Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies
Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care
Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, where applicable.

Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances:

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
- Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program
- BSN required; MSN preferred
- Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP certification
- National certification and eligibility for licensure and CRNP certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing

Physician Assistant (PA)
- Graduation from an ARC‑PA–accredited Physician Assistant program
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred
- Pennsylvania PA license and NCCPA certification

Required for All APP Candidates
- CPR certification required within 30 days of hire
- Successful completion of Pennsylvania clearances:
  - Act 33
  - Act 34
  - Act 73

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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