Job Summary:

The mission of SUNY Upstate Medical University is to improve the health of the communities we serve through education, biomedical research, and health care.  Beyond our downtown campus, we provide care through our clinics and offices across the greater Syracuse area. 

In support of our ongoing growth we are seeking highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider to join the Critical Care Float team, providing care to our various Intensive Care Units including the Medical ICU, Neuro ICU, and Cardiac Surgery services. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct inpatient encounters at the Downtown Campus providing education to and interfacing with primary teams, patients, and families prior to discharge.
• Assess and evaluate patients, order and interpret laboratory tests & diagnostic studies, and arrange referrals, consultations, and therapeutic services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, families, referring physicians, and all members of the health care team.

As an APP, you will be an integral member of the Critical Care Float healthcare team, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to Upstate’s mission, vision, and values, while adhering to all institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• NYS Licensed/Registered NP or PA.
• Current National Certification consistent to the clinical practice. 
• Have a NPI number and be Medicare enrolled with a Medicare Identification Number (or PTAN) (or eligible for Medicare Enrollment within 6 months of hire.
• CPR-BLS Certification required at the time of appointment.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment and credentialing clearances. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year or more of experience as an ICU APP
• 1 year or more of experience as an inpatient APP

Work Days:

Days and nights, Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Message to Applicants:

In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you’ll receive: 

• Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days
• Choice of several outstanding health insurance benefits and Well-being plans that include Student Loan Relief Services, Tuition Reimbursement, Adoption Assistance and an Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans

Recruitment Office: Human Resources