Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Hospitalist (NP/PA Hospitalist)
Location: Traverse City, MI
Job Type: Locum tenens
Company: Optigy
Category: Hospitalist
Job Description Apply Now
The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Hospitalist (NP/PA Hospitalist) position offers a rewarding opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative hospital medicine team working in a diverse patient care environment. This role is ideal for healthcare professionals seeking to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to both adult and pediatric patients in a hospital setting. As a NP/PA Hospitalist, you will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary approach that ensures the best outcomes for patients of all ages. The hospital is recognized as a Level II Trauma Center and features a closed ICU, providing the perfect environment for advanced practice providers who are passionate about acute care and teamwork.
In this full-time NP/PA Hospitalist position, you will work closely with board-certified Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and Med/Peds hospitalists. This collaborative model enhances the standard of care delivered across the hospital, allowing for flexible scheduling options that promote a healthy work-life balance for all providers. The NP/PA Hospitalist will be responsible for managing high acuity patients, particularly in the step-down unit, and will benefit from excellent specialty support from the hospital's medical staff. The hospital uses the Cerner electronic medical record (EMR) system, streamlining workflow and patient documentation.
NP/PA Hospitalists are essential members of the code and rapid response teams, responding to emergent situations and ensuring patient safety throughout the hospital. In this role, there are no procedural requirements, allowing you to focus on patient assessment, care coordination, and acute management. Whether you are an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP), Physician Assistant (PA), or a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with hospitalist experience, this opportunity provides ongoing exposure to a wide variety of cases and professional growth within an inclusive and supportive hospital environment.
The hospital is committed to the professional development of its staff, offering opportunities for learning and advancement in a progressive health care setting. If you are a motivated NP or PA seeking to make a meaningful impact in a hospitalist capacity, this position provides the platform to do so while working alongside exceptional colleagues. The location offers a welcoming atmosphere for healthcare professionals, providing both professional and lifestyle advantages. Apply now by clicking the job application button and take the next step in your advanced practice career!
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Hospitalist (NP/PA Hospitalist) - Summary- Collaborative hospitalist role working with Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and Med/Peds providers
- Caring for adult and pediatric patients in a hospital environment
- Level II Trauma Center with closed ICU and step-down unit
- Participation in code and rapid response teams
- No procedural requirements
- Flexible scheduling options for optimal work-life balance
- Use of Cerner EMR system
- Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions for hospitalized patients
- Collaborate with hospitalist physicians and other specialist providers to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Participate in code and rapid response teams for emergent patient interventions
- Provide care for high acuity patients, particularly in the step-down unit
- Document patient encounters and care plans in the Cerner EMR system
- Engage in multidisciplinary rounds and care coordination activities
- Contribute to a supportive team environment that values diversity and inclusivity
- Competitive hourly compensation rate
- Comprehensive benefits package (details provided upon application)
- Flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the hospital environment
- Current certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with hospitalist experience considered
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Familiarity with Cerner EMR or similar electronic medical record systems
- Commitment to providing patient-centered, evidence-based care
- Experienced NP/PA with a background in hospitalist medicine or acute care
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Comfortable working with both adult and pediatric patient populations
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced hospital setting
- The hospitalist team values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
- All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status
- Opportunities for continuing education and advancement are available
- Apply today by clicking the job application button and join a team dedicated to excellence in hospital medicine!