About the Job
We are seeking a PRN Daytime Hospitalist Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the Baltimore Region.
General Summary of Position
Delivery of exceptional, patient-centered care as a key member of a fast-paced inpatient hospital medicine team. Performs comprehensive evaluations, including detailed histories and physical examinations, documents thorough progress notes, and manages a wide spectrum of acute and complex medical conditions across the continuum of hospitalization. Develops and executes evidence-based treatment plans, enters medical orders and prescriptions, and partners closely with attending physicians and interdisciplinary teams to drive high-quality outcomes. Engages in clinical decision-making that enhance patient safety and patient experience.
An outstanding opportunity for a motivated APP seeking a collaborative culture, diverse clinical exposure, and the ability to make a meaningful impact every day.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Provides comprehensive inpatient care, including histories, physical exams, assessment of acute and chronic conditions, and development of evidence-based treatment plans.
Documents progress notes, admission and discharge summaries, and updates electronic medical records to reflect patient status, treatment, and procedures performed.
Orders, reviews, and interprets laboratory and diagnostic studies, adjusts medications as indicated, and communicates significant findings to the attending physician and care team.
Collaborates closely with attending physicians, consulting specialists, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize outcomes.
Participates in clinical decision-making, including triaging patient concerns, managing emergent events, and implementing quality improvement initiatives.
Provides patient education, emotional support, and counseling to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
Facilitates smooth patient flow by coordinating admissions, transfers, consults, and discharges, acting as a liaison between patients, physicians, and other departments.
Maintains compliance with hospital, state, and federal regulations, infection control protocols, and safety standards (including OSHA).
Provides mentorship and support to nursing staff, and other team members, contributing to education and team-based patient care.
Minimal Qualifications
Education:
Completion of a physician assistant training program accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) AND Current PA-C designation
Completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program AND Current Acute Care NP certification
Experience:
2+ years Related experience
Additional Requirements:
BLS and ACLS for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
This position has a hiring range of USD $90.00 - USD $100.00 /Hr.