Hospitalist APP - Days or Evenings
About The Position
Albany Medical Center’s Primary Care Department is seeking a full-time Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its hospitalist team. The position provides inpatient care for acutely and chronically ill patients throughout their hospital stay. Work is based at the Downtown Campus in Albany, New York, with day shifts from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. or evening shifts from 4 p.m. to midnight available. The schedule follows seven days on and seven days off. The role includes admitting, managing, and discharging patients; conducting rounds and examinations; developing diagnoses and treatment plans; coordinating care with attending physicians and other providers; communicating with patients and families; and documenting care in the electronic health record. The position also participates in quality improvement and practice-efficiency initiatives. This opportunity offers work with complex patients and collaboration with clinicians within an academic health system. Compensation is listed as $126,299–$147,349, based on years of licensure, with an additional incentive bonus opportunity and a $20,000 differential for evening shifts.
Requirements
- Active New York State license and registration as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
- Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Familiarity working with electronic medical records.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across departments to support cohesive, patient-centered care and a positive work environment.
- Maintain HIPAA and patient confidentiality.
- Advanced Trauma Life Support certification required.
- Basic Life Support certification required.
- Ability to perform essential functions in a clinical environment, including standing, walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
- Sufficient visual, auditory, and manual dexterity to assess patients, provide direct patient care, operate medical equipment, and complete documentation.
Nice To Haves
- Epic experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive inpatient care for acutely and chronically ill hospitalized patients.
- Admit, manage, and discharge patients, including completing discharge summaries and care plans.
- Conduct daily patient rounds and adjust treatment based on clinical progress.
- Perform history and physical examinations, develop diagnoses, and initiate treatment plans.
- Collaborate with the attending physician and other health care providers to deliver patient care.
- Serve as a primary point of communication for patients, families, and the care team.
- Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and discharge plans.
- Document patient encounters and treatment plans accurately in the electronic health record.
- Participate in quality-improvement and practice-efficiency initiatives.
- Protect confidential and sensitive information in accordance with applicable policies and requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary of $126,299–$147,349 based on years of licensure, with an additional incentive bonus opportunity.
- $20,000 differential for evening shifts.
- Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off and holiday schedule.
- Albany Med retirement plan and a 403(b).
- Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time.
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage.
- Employee wellness programs and mental health support.
- Health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers.
- Services and programs supporting emotional, physical, and mental well-being.
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Job Type
Full-time
