Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - AHMC

Alice Hyde Medical Center in Malone, NY is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Hospital Medicine team in a 0.62 FTE daytime role. You will provide high-quality inpatient care alongside a supportive Hospitalist and collaborative clinical team, with meaningful autonomy in a community-focused Critical Access Hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage hospitalized patients in coordination with the Hospitalist physician
• Respond to nursing staff calls and evaluate changes in patient condition
• Order and interpret labs, imaging, and other diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and develop evidence-based treatment plans
• Complete admissions, daily progress notes, and discharge planning, including summaries and follow-up coordination
• Support patient flow across inpatient units and partner with interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely, high-quality care

Schedule

• 0.62 FTE, approximately 25 hours per week
• Weekday daytime shifts consisting of 8-10 hour shifts, depending on operational needs
• No night shifts; occasional weekend or holiday participation may be requested

Required Qualifications

• Active licensure or eligibility as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in New York State
• Experience required in Hospital Medicine or acute care (new graduates are not eligible)
• Ability to practice with independence and confidence in a mixed-acuity inpatient environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, nursing, therapies, and case management

Education and Licensure Requirements

For Nurse Practitioners:

• Completion of a master's, post-master's, or doctoral NP program accredited by CCNE or ACEN
• Current national certification such as ANCC or equivalent

For Physician Assistants:

• Graduation from an ARC-PA-accredited PA program or qualifying predecessor program
• Current NCCPA certification

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation range: $77.30 to $96.81 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Network-wide resources, education support, and strong benefits through UVM Health
• Supportive, team-oriented Hospital Medicine group
• Opportunity to make a visible difference for patients and families in the Malone region