What are the responsibilities and job description for the Observation Medicine APP (Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner) position at Wexford Hospital?
Wexford Hospital
Emergency Department
ED Volume: 32,000
12311 Perry Highway
Wexford, PA 15090
OBSERVATION UNIT
- Average Daily Encounters: 11
- 12-bed observation unit
- 12-hour shifts 7a-7p and 7p-7a
- Must be an experienced NP/PA
BENEFITS
Financial Benefits:
- Industry-leading 10% company funded 401(k)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and Rx coverage
- Short- and long-term disability (own occupation)
- Annual CME/BEA (Business Expense Account)
- Medical Malpractice with tail and litigation support
- Pioneering Paid Military Leave
- Groundbreaking 100% Paid Parental Leave
Intangible Benefits:
- Location flexibility and career stability of a national group
- National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) of internally elected clinicians
- Clinical Management Tools (CMTs)
- 24/7/365 live physician support
- USACS Orientation and Assemblies
- Professional Development Programs including:
- Scholars (Leadership Training)
- Efficiency Academy
- Engagement & Experience Academy
HOSPITAL
- Wexford was designed to create a warm, inviting environment and outstanding patient experience; features include rooftop gardens for relaxation and free parking/valet service
- 160 beds
- This brand-new community hospital offers a full range of medical services, specialty care and advanced technologies including emergency medicine and:
- Labor, delivery and neonatal intensive care
- Advanced imaging services
- Laboratory testing
- Minimally-invasive, robotic-assisted surgery
- Critical care unit
- Advanced cardiac care and testing, including cardiac catheterization
- Inpatient pediatric services
- All major specialties are represented with easy access to a full continuum of care through the award-winning Allegheny Health Network physicians and facilities
COMMUNITY
Wexford Hospital is conveniently situated on Route 19/Perry Highway close to Interstates 79, 279 and 76 (the Pennsylvania Turnpike). This highly regarded suburban area is near desirable residential areas including Bradford Woods, Cranberry, Franklin Park, Mars and others offering highly regarded schools. Enjoy abundant shopping, dining and recreational options close to home, and easy access to downtown Pittsburgh, which is less than a 30-minute drive.
OTHER USACS SERVICES AT THIS LOCATION
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
- ED Volume: 32,000
- EMR: Epic with M-Modal dictation
- Moderate acuity with broad pathology
- Recognized by the Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center
- Recognized with Press Ganey's Guardian of Excellence Award in 2022 and 2023; this award is given to facilities with Patient Experience scores in the top 5% in the nation
- Full-service ED with special areas for pediatric and behavioral health patients
- Open, efficient layout with 24 ED rooms including two behavioral health and three pediatric-friendly rooms
- Two CT scanners and MRI in the imaging unit directly adjacent to the ED
- Facilities for LifeFlight helicopter and ambulance services
- Active with local EMS
DETAILS
- Prior Emergency Medicine, Hospitalist, and/or Observation experience required
ABOUT USACS
Seeking Experienced Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner
At 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.