US Acute Care Solutions
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
US Acute Care Solutions, Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, United States, 15065
Hospitalist - APP (Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner) Hospital Details188-bed hospitalPart of the Allegheny Health Network (AHN)Responsive lab and x-ray; radiology is adjacent to the emergency department; teleradiology at night24-hour CT; MRI on-site; call-in ability for Ultrasound 24 hours a dayAccredited Chest Pain CenterTelestroke program through Allegheny General HospitalEmergency Department
ED Volume: 24,000Admission Rate: 19%EMR: Epic$13 million renovation project completed in 2011 included state-of-the-art ED with 24 roomsActive in EMS, 13 local squads, a helipad on siteEMS telemedicine program in which patients are fed from 16 servicesEMS teaching options are available for interested physiciansBroad pathology includes cardiac, geriatric, medical, orthopedic, and pediatric patients with minimal traumaCase management and Social work available in the EDHospitalist Service
Average Daily Encounters: 6010 Physician/APP provider hospitalist teamDedicated NocturnistOpen ICURun Floor Codes and Rapid Response CallsCommunity
Ranked by many sources as one of America s most livable cities, Pittsburgh is a sophisticated metropolitan area with a hometown feel and is truly a wonderful place to live and work. From world-class museums, theater, symphony and all cultural options, to professional sports (Pirates baseball, Steelers football, Penguin hockey and Riverhounds soccer), outstanding shopping and dining, and easy access to some of the best outdoor recreation in the northeast Pittsburgh has something for everyone. The region continues its renaissance with the development of the waterfront and thriving metropolitan areas in town, and highly desirable suburbs with public and private schools ranked among the top 20% in the nation. Secondary education includes the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, Robert Morris University, and Penn State branch campuses, plus many other smaller colleges.About USACS
Seeking Experienced Hospitalist Physician Assistant / Nurse PractitionerAt US Acute Care Solutions, you will have the opportunity to practice compassionate, attentive, and quality care with a group that invests in your growth, while valuing and rewarding your expertise. Our Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners work side by side with our physicians as clinical colleagues, with support through their own local, regional, and national APP leadership. As the country s leading physician-owned acute care group, we understand how important it is to be supported in leadership by your APP colleagues to focus on what s important: quality patient care.Benefits
Financial Benefits:Industry-leading 10% company funded 401(k)Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and Rx coverageShort- and long-term disability (own occupation)Annual CME/BEA (Business Expense Account)Medical Malpractice with tail and litigation supportPioneering Paid Military LeaveGroundbreaking 100% Paid Parental LeaveIntangible Benefits:Location flexibility and career stability of a national groupNational Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) of internally elected cliniciansClinical Management Tools (CMTs)24/7/365 live physician supportUSACS Orientation and AssembliesProfessional Development Programs including:
Scholars (Leadership Training)Efficiency AcademyEngagement & Experience Academy
Long Term Acute Care Service
20-bed12 hours of APP & 4 hours of Physician coverageAPPs are responsible for daily rounds on all patients while physicians participate in the admission and develop treatment plansAPPs must have advanced procedure skills or be willing to learn
ED Volume: 24,000Admission Rate: 19%EMR: Epic$13 million renovation project completed in 2011 included state-of-the-art ED with 24 roomsActive in EMS, 13 local squads, a helipad on siteEMS telemedicine program in which patients are fed from 16 servicesEMS teaching options are available for interested physiciansBroad pathology includes cardiac, geriatric, medical, orthopedic, and pediatric patients with minimal traumaCase management and Social work available in the EDHospitalist Service
Average Daily Encounters: 6010 Physician/APP provider hospitalist teamDedicated NocturnistOpen ICURun Floor Codes and Rapid Response CallsCommunity
Ranked by many sources as one of America s most livable cities, Pittsburgh is a sophisticated metropolitan area with a hometown feel and is truly a wonderful place to live and work. From world-class museums, theater, symphony and all cultural options, to professional sports (Pirates baseball, Steelers football, Penguin hockey and Riverhounds soccer), outstanding shopping and dining, and easy access to some of the best outdoor recreation in the northeast Pittsburgh has something for everyone. The region continues its renaissance with the development of the waterfront and thriving metropolitan areas in town, and highly desirable suburbs with public and private schools ranked among the top 20% in the nation. Secondary education includes the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, Robert Morris University, and Penn State branch campuses, plus many other smaller colleges.About USACS
Seeking Experienced Hospitalist Physician Assistant / Nurse PractitionerAt US Acute Care Solutions, you will have the opportunity to practice compassionate, attentive, and quality care with a group that invests in your growth, while valuing and rewarding your expertise. Our Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners work side by side with our physicians as clinical colleagues, with support through their own local, regional, and national APP leadership. As the country s leading physician-owned acute care group, we understand how important it is to be supported in leadership by your APP colleagues to focus on what s important: quality patient care.Benefits
Financial Benefits:Industry-leading 10% company funded 401(k)Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and Rx coverageShort- and long-term disability (own occupation)Annual CME/BEA (Business Expense Account)Medical Malpractice with tail and litigation supportPioneering Paid Military LeaveGroundbreaking 100% Paid Parental LeaveIntangible Benefits:Location flexibility and career stability of a national groupNational Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) of internally elected cliniciansClinical Management Tools (CMTs)24/7/365 live physician supportUSACS Orientation and AssembliesProfessional Development Programs including:
Scholars (Leadership Training)Efficiency AcademyEngagement & Experience Academy
Long Term Acute Care Service
20-bed12 hours of APP & 4 hours of Physician coverageAPPs are responsible for daily rounds on all patients while physicians participate in the admission and develop treatment plansAPPs must have advanced procedure skills or be willing to learn