APP - Hospitalist

Overview

Position: APP -- Hospitalist

Hospital: Greenwich Hospitalist

Location: 5 Perryridge Road, Greenwich, CT

Scheduled Hours: 13 shifts per 4 week period (3/3/4 schedule, 12-hour shifts)

Position Type: Full-Time

EMR System: Epic

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the Yale New Haven Health System Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Yale New Haven Health is seeking an Acute Care-trained Advanced Practice Provider to join the hospitalist team at Greenwich Hospital in Greenwich, Connecticut. In this role, you will play an integral part in delivering high-quality, timely care to patients throughout the hospital, working alongside a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in patient care.

Why Choose Yale New Haven Health?

Excellent work environment — Flexible schedules to ensure work-life balance. Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do, we focus on improving clinical care, outcomes, patient satisfaction, safety, value, clinical research, and education. Our efforts reach beyond the walls of our hospitals to care for our communities, too.

Career Advancement – Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system!

Compensation Package – Enjoy an enhanced compensation package, including a generous sign-on bonus, wRVU, and Quality incentive plans.

Relocation Assistance – We recognize how vital a smooth transition is, and with our relocation assistance, your journey can be seamless.

Benefits: – Competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Pension plan matched tax-sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions.

Employment Perks – Employee wellness initiatives and support programs. Professional development and continuing education opportunities. Yale New Haven Health includes Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial, and Westerly hospitals; several specialty networks; and Northeast Medical Group, a physician-led multi-specialty group with over 1,000 physicians. Intriguing cities with something for everyone, whether you love arts, history, parks or delicious food.

As a valued member of our team, you will:

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including obtaining detailed medical histories, performing physical examinations, and ordering/interpreting diagnostic tests.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician, focusing on health promotion, disease prevention, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Prescribe medications, order therapies, and manage medical devices according to state regulations and collaborative practice agreements.
• Provide patient education and counseling regarding health maintenance, disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
• Evaluate and manage common acute illnesses (e.g., upper respiratory infections, influenza) and chronic conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, asthma).
• Perform minor office procedures as trained and within scope of practice.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
• Document all patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Serve as a resource for medical staff and participate in educational activities as needed.
• Provide age-appropriate care to patients across the lifespan, from infants to geriatrics.
• Manage referrals to specialists and coordinate follow-up care.
• Maintain current knowledge of family medicine best practices and engage in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years clinical experience in a primary care/internal medicine setting is preferred but not required.
• Active PA or NP - Acute Care required
• Active, unrestricted CT medical license or in process of obtaining
• ACLS/BLS/PALS (as required) Certification
• DEA License

To learn more, please email our In-House Provider Recruiter:

Elena Geanuracos -

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Additional Information

YNHHS Requisition ID

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years clinical experience in a primary care/internal medicine setting is preferred but not required.
• Active PA or NP - Acute Care required
• Active, unrestricted CT medical license or in process of obtaining
• ACLS/BLS/PALS (as required) Certification
• DEA License

To learn more, please email our In-House Provider Recruiter:

Elena Geanuracos -

Websites:

Book time with Elena Geanuracos

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Clinical Care – The Physician Assistant (PA) or the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as part of an interdisciplinary team. The NP/PA collaborates with the attending physician(s) in accordance with state law and hospital regulations, and may provide autonomous team-based care where appropriate. They may perform histories, exams, orders, and may perform procedures, and may function as first/second assistant on operative cases as allowed. Other duties include patient education, information management, quality management, and professional development as outlined.

Patient Education & Psychosocial Support – Educate patients/families and provide psychosocial support in collaboration with the supervising MD.

Information Management – Ensure documentation adheres to hospital and regulatory requirements and protect patient information.

Quality Management – Demonstrate professionalism and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Professional Development – Engage in ongoing professional development and mentorship, participate in education and research, and support safety and quality initiatives.