UMass Memorial Health Care
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, NICU
UMass Memorial Health Care, Worcester, Massachusetts, us, 01601
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At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 16,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant NICU - UMass Memorial - Worcester, MA
UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center (CMC) is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider to join our team of healthcare professionals and contribute to our overall mission to serve the needs of diverse families in Central Massachusetts through team collaboration.
Our UMass Division of Neonatology provides care to patients within our level III 49-bed neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) with patients with a wide range of medical and surgical needs. Our collaborative work force is comprised of advanced practice providers, pediatric residents, neonatal perinatal fellows, newborn hospitalists and other multi-disciplinary team members (respiratory therapy, child life, dietary, occupational and physical therapy). We additionally provide care in two level II community special care nurseries.
Direct Clinical Care:
* Provide neonatal care to critically ill newborns in the Level 3 UMass Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and newborns needing intermediate level care and well-baby care in our affiliate level 2 community special care nurseries* Partner with physicians regarding proposed plan of care. Physicians work in-house alongside APPs in the UMass Level 3 NICU and as a back-up consultation at our affiliate level 2 community special care nurseries (immediately by phone and within driving distance for in-person)* Attend high risk deliveries with a multi-disciplinary team* Attend high risk infant transports* Perform procedures including intubations, lumbar punctures, chest tubes, and central lines.* Collaborate with multi-specialty medical teams including maternal fetal medicine, pediatric surgery, and an array of other surgical subspecialties
Teamwork and Collaboration
* Participate in division meetings, committees, and initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care, safety, and quality.* Contribute to institutional policies, protocols, and guidelines related to neonatal care.* Contribute to medical education, quality improvement and other clinical care
Position Qualifications
* A Bachelor's degree and Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.* Current Massachusetts license, issued by the Physician Assistant Board, and current NCCPA certification.* A Master's degree and graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Board Certification by the National Certification Corporation.* Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration are required.* Strong commitment to serving underserved communities, equitable family centered care and diversity and inclusion* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.* Early career APPs are encouraged to apply. In-unit learning, mentorship and procedural training provided for new colleagues.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and 10% time for participation in the aforementioned administrative and academic opportunities (clinical guidelines, medical education, quality improvement, division meetings, etc).* Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, generous paid time off, CME stipend, retirement contributions and pension.* Location in Worcester, MA, UMass Memorial Medical Center offers a vibrant academic environment with a diverse patient population and collaborative opportunities.
Interested applicants should submit CV and cover letter to:
Meg Parker, MD; Academic Chief of Neonatology
c/o Kimberly Levasseur, Provider Recruiter
Kimberly.levasseur@umassmemorial.org
Please call 508-688-4543 for questions
Applicants of any background are welcome. Applicants who identify as being from groups underrepresented in medicine (URiM) are highly encouraged to apply - one of the department's goals is to increase racial, ethnic, and linguistic diversity among providers and staff.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 16,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant NICU - UMass Memorial - Worcester, MA
UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center (CMC) is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider to join our team of healthcare professionals and contribute to our overall mission to serve the needs of diverse families in Central Massachusetts through team collaboration.
Our UMass Division of Neonatology provides care to patients within our level III 49-bed neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) with patients with a wide range of medical and surgical needs. Our collaborative work force is comprised of advanced practice providers, pediatric residents, neonatal perinatal fellows, newborn hospitalists and other multi-disciplinary team members (respiratory therapy, child life, dietary, occupational and physical therapy). We additionally provide care in two level II community special care nurseries.
Direct Clinical Care:
* Provide neonatal care to critically ill newborns in the Level 3 UMass Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and newborns needing intermediate level care and well-baby care in our affiliate level 2 community special care nurseries* Partner with physicians regarding proposed plan of care. Physicians work in-house alongside APPs in the UMass Level 3 NICU and as a back-up consultation at our affiliate level 2 community special care nurseries (immediately by phone and within driving distance for in-person)* Attend high risk deliveries with a multi-disciplinary team* Attend high risk infant transports* Perform procedures including intubations, lumbar punctures, chest tubes, and central lines.* Collaborate with multi-specialty medical teams including maternal fetal medicine, pediatric surgery, and an array of other surgical subspecialties
Teamwork and Collaboration
* Participate in division meetings, committees, and initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care, safety, and quality.* Contribute to institutional policies, protocols, and guidelines related to neonatal care.* Contribute to medical education, quality improvement and other clinical care
Position Qualifications
* A Bachelor's degree and Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.* Current Massachusetts license, issued by the Physician Assistant Board, and current NCCPA certification.* A Master's degree and graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Board Certification by the National Certification Corporation.* Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration are required.* Strong commitment to serving underserved communities, equitable family centered care and diversity and inclusion* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.* Early career APPs are encouraged to apply. In-unit learning, mentorship and procedural training provided for new colleagues.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and 10% time for participation in the aforementioned administrative and academic opportunities (clinical guidelines, medical education, quality improvement, division meetings, etc).* Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, generous paid time off, CME stipend, retirement contributions and pension.* Location in Worcester, MA, UMass Memorial Medical Center offers a vibrant academic environment with a diverse patient population and collaborative opportunities.
Interested applicants should submit CV and cover letter to:
Meg Parker, MD; Academic Chief of Neonatology
c/o Kimberly Levasseur, Provider Recruiter
Kimberly.levasseur@umassmemorial.org
Please call 508-688-4543 for questions
Applicants of any background are welcome. Applicants who identify as being from groups underrepresented in medicine (URiM) are highly encouraged to apply - one of the department's goals is to increase racial, ethnic, and linguistic diversity among providers and staff.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.