Job Summary:

SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Providers to join our Department of Medicine as an APP Hospitalist. Position will conduct Inpatient encounters at both Downtown and Community Campuses.

This position is based in a Level I Trauma Center that provides Critical Care and services to patients across a 17+ County Region. Scheduling is determined based on operational needs. Upstate operates 24 hours a day/Seven days a week, providing continuous care to our region.

 Key Responsibilities:

• 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 Department of Hospital Medicine’s Advanced Practice Provider 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:

• Prior experience in Hospital Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• 1 year or more of APP experience.

Work Days:

Primarily Day shift with rotational Weekend and Holiday coverage. Evening and Night shifts may be required based on operational needs.

Shifts may range from 8 to 12-Hour shifts.

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. 
• Well-being plans that include Adoption Assistance, Student Loan Relief Services, Tuition Assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program. 
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans. 

Recruitment Office: Human Resources