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 Providers to join our Connect Care Clinic Team at SUNY Upstate’s Nappi Building located at the Downtown Campus.  The full-time APP will provide care management to patients in our walk-in clinic, as well as patients recently discharged from the ED and Hospital.

 Key Responsibilities:

•  Providing expert level clinical care & coordination of care via a full range of services that will improve quality of patient care.
• 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 multidisciplinary 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. 
• NYS licensed/registered NP or PA required. 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 or more years of experience in Primary Care, Urgent Care or Emergency Department setting.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday, Days/Evenings with possible weekend and holiday rotation

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 Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. 
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

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