Hospitalist APP - NP/PA Lehigh Valley Hospital

Adfinitas Health • Hazleton, PA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Lehigh Valley Hospital in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, has a full-time opportunity for an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join its hospitalist team. The ICU is closed, and no procedures are required. The hospitalist team provides inpatient internal medicine care, including admitting patients, performing physical exams, ordering tests, diagnosing conditions, conducting hospital rounds, and planning for discharge. The role also includes maintaining and signing medical records in accordance with established policies, contributing to department goals, following policies and quality and safety standards, and submitting accurate, timely charges for professional services performed.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• At least 18 months of acute-care experience in a hospitalist or similar advanced practice provider position.
• Active state license.
• American Heart Association CPR certification.
• DEA license and state Controlled Substance Registration.
• Strong inpatient skill set.
• Quality-focused team player.
• Experience working with advanced practice providers.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Admit patients and provide inpatient internal medicine care.
• Perform physical examinations, order tests, and diagnose conditions.
• Conduct hospital rounds and plan for patient discharge.
• Maintain and sign medical records in accordance with established policies.
• Contribute to department goals and adhere to policies, procedures, and quality and safety standards.
• Submit accurate and timely charges for professional services performed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus package.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage; CME; 401(k); short- and long-term disability; and life insurance.
• Leadership and training programs.
• Malpractice insurance with tail, 100% company paid.
• Cross-training opportunities.
• Incentives for improved productivity and quality care.
• Manageable caseloads.
• Flexibility in scheduling.
• Recognition of service outside of work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level