Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
Hartford HealthCare is seeking a full-time Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join the Emergency Department at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital in Torrington, Connecticut. The position offers an opportunity for an experienced Advanced Practitioner to work in a collaborative, high-volume emergency medicine setting with flexible scheduling and interdisciplinary support. The practitioner will evaluate and manage a diverse population of mixed-acuity emergency department patients in a recently renovated department that serves approximately 40,000 patient visits annually. They will collaborate with Emergency Medicine physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, behavioral health specialists, case managers, and rehabilitation services to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care. The role has a flexible rotating schedule with day and night shifts, no overnight requirements, and no call responsibilities. The Emergency Department uses Epic EMR, Dragon dictation, and Ambience AI documentation support tools. The position is supported by a collegial team and access to Hartford HealthCare’s statewide network of specialists, diagnostic services, and transfer resources, with opportunities for professional growth.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
- Active or eligible Connecticut Physician Assistant or APRN licensure.
- DEA and Connecticut controlled substance registration, or eligibility to obtain.
- Minimum of one year of Advanced Practice experience.
Nice To Haves
- Emergency Department or Urgent Care experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and manage a diverse population of mixed-acuity emergency department patients.
- Collaborate with Emergency Medicine physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, behavioral health specialists, case managers, and rehabilitation services to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling options with rotating day and night coverage and no overnight shifts.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Strong physician, Advanced Practice Provider, and nursing support.
- Collegial, team-oriented environment that values collaboration and professional development.
- Access to Hartford HealthCare's integrated statewide network of specialists, diagnostic services, and transfer resources.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
