Hospitalist Physician Assistant

We have an opportunity for an Experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our well-established Hospital Medicine service at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. Daytime and swing shift schedules are available.Our hospitalist team provides acute inpatient care within the hospital setting, including admitting patients, performing physical exams, ordering tests, diagnosing, performing hospital rounds and planning for discharge. Follow all established policies for maintenance and signing of medical records.Contribute to the achievement of department goals and adhere to policies, procedures, and quality and safety standards.Submit accurate and timely charges for all professional services performed REQUIREMENTS Graduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant ProgramMinimum of 18 months acute experience as an advanced practice provider in hospitalist or similar position.Active state license, American Heart Association CPR Certification, DEA License, state Controlled Substance RegistrationStrong inpatient skill setQuality-focused team playerExperience working with advanced practice providersExcellent organizational, time management and problem-solving skillsAbility to function effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary teamEffective oral and written communication skillsCommitment to providing exceptional patient care ABOUT US - ADFINITAS HEALTH Adfinitas Health is a rapidly growing and multispecialty medical practice. Founded in 2007, we are a physician-owned and managed company, providing high-quality, cost-effective clinical management services across the full continuum of care in hospitals, critical care and post-acute facilities. We recruit and train the best and brightest medical professionals and offer career advancement, leadership training and education, and the ability to practice at the top of one s license. Our physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants are supported by a dedicated team of business professional to ensure that the administrative and operational components of care are properly managed allowing our providers to focus on patient care and quality improvement. BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH ADFINITAS HEALTH Competitive salary and bonus packageComprehensive benefits including Health, dental, vision, CME, 401k, ST/LT disability and life insuranceLeadership and training programs availableMalpractice insurance with tail, 100% company paidCross-training opportunitiesIncentives for improved productivity and quality careManageable caseloadsFlexibility in schedulingRecognition of service outside of work LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - HAZLETON Flexible block scheduleAverage Daily Census: 15-17Daily Coverage: Team of 4 providersNight Coverage: 1 providerEMR: MeditechICU: ClosedProcedures/Vents: NoneSubspecialty support: ExcellentHere at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH) Hazleton, we welcome you as neighbors, friends and family. From the moment you enter our hospital, we are dedicated to ensuring that you receive top-level medical care in a peaceful and comforting setting. LUZERNE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA Luzerne County is located is scenic Northeastern Pennsylvania, two hours to Philadelphia and New York City. Featured as one of the best outdoor destinations in Pennsylvania, the region is robust with state parks, forests and ample public lands. The area is easily accessible via Interstates 80, 81, 84 and the Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike and the Wilkes-Barre / Scranton International Airport is located at the northern tier of the County. Luzerne County offers year-round outdoor activities, has many arts and cultural events, and excellent schools.We are not accepting inquiries or solicitations from 3rd party recruiters/search firms.This is not a J1 eligible opportunityAdfinitas Health is a government contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is Adfinitas Health s policy that all personnel-related decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other protected status.