Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant: Practice Endocrinology in Saratoga Springs, New York

Saratoga Hospital Medical Group - Endocrinology and Diabetes seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a full-time position. 

Position Overview:

• Our practice has five experienced Endocrinologists, six APPs, and a strong team of diabetes educators.
• The provider for this position will primarily manage the care of diabetes patients. There will be a small mix of simple endocrine diagnoses to manage, as well.
• Our office is open 7:30 - 5:00 Monday through Friday.
• Call, shared between APPs, is from 1:7 weekdays, M-Th only.
• Providers work 80 hours per biweekly pay period. 

Benefits:

• Compensation: $118,000 - $145,000 (Our compensation structure is tiered by years of experience.)  
• Ask about our sign-on bonus!
• Health and Prescription Plan, Dental and Vision Insurances
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions
• For full time: Company Paid Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment; LTD
• Flexible Spending Account(s) including Medical Reimbursement and Dependent Care Account
• Paid Time Off, PTO for CME, CME stipend, professional dues; professional liability coverage
• $200 annual YMCA discount, a number of supplemental insurance products, services, discount programs and more!

Saratoga Hospital is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) entity for those participating in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Qualifications:

• Experience in Endocrinology working with diabetic patients. Please highlight what diabetes management you may have in your CV or application.
• A license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in New York State will be required to successfully be credentialed. 

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant serves as an additional patient care provider, augmenting and extending patient services provided by the health care team. The NP/PA will work closely with members of the team and have a reasonable amount of autonomy in the care and medical decision-making for patients. 

Responsibilities: 

• Obtains, documents and updates medical history. Identifies health risks and needs. Performs physical examinations and conducts preventive screening procedures based on age and history. Formulates a differential diagnosis and plan of care based on history, physical examination, and clinical findings. Identifies needs of the individual, family, or community.
• Orders and review diagnostic tests. Identifies, prescribes, and manage pharmacological therapies.
• Determines effectiveness of the plan of care through documentation of patient care outcomes.
• Reassesses and modifies plan of care as necessary to achieve medical and health goals.
• Makes referrals to other health professionals and community agencies. Admits/discharges to appropriate service.
• Participates in team meetings and conferences to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to health care delivery.
• Serves on departmental and multidisciplinary committees, which influence or determine policies affecting advanced practice providers.
• Participates in and develops projects and quality improvement programs, as well as standards of care and practice.
• Maintains current level of knowledge relative to professional practice.
• Maintains all required professional documentation, such as license, certifications, infection control, ACLS/BLS, DEA as well as system requirements.
• Acts as resource to staff and implements educational programs, as needed.

Saratoga Hospital is a 171-bed independent, locally governed community hospital and a leading healthcare provider in the region. The hospital earned a reputation for high-quality, personalized, compassionate patient care.

Notable awards and designations include:

• Magnet® designation for nursing excellence since 2004
• 4-Star Quality Rating under the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Hospital Compare Initiative
• Age-Friendly Health System
• Mission: Lifeline® – STEMI Receiving Center – Gold Plus
• Get with the Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus Target: Stroke Honor Roll
• Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence recognition from the American College of Radiology

Saratoga Hospital Medical Group, our multispecialty group of 450 physicians and advanced practice providers, contributes significantly to the hospital’s continued growth and reputation for excellence. Collegiality plays an integral part in that, too. Doctors enjoy a shared governance approach to leadership and support of hospital administration.

Saratoga Hospital is an affiliate of The Albany Med Health System, the largest and only regionally governed, not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New England.

Employment at Saratoga Hospital:

Saratoga Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability or protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal law or Executive Orders.

Saratoga Springs is a great place to live and work, where you will feel a sense of community.

• Located a half hour from Albany, New York State’s Capital City, and Albany International Airport;
• Three hours from New York City, Montreal and Boston — right on the edge of New England, 
• Saratoga County offers family-oriented neighborhoods, communities and excellent schools — both public and private.
• Saratoga and towns throughout the region draw many to a variety of specialty shops, spas, and eateries, many with locally sourced food and regionally produced craft beverages.
• Music, art, cultural festivals and farmer’s markets add to the vibrant community feel and social scene.
• Known for world-class entertainment, and abundant year-round recreational and athletic opportunities, 
• Famous venues include: Saratoga Race Course featuring world-class thoroughbred racing, Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Saratoga Spa State Park, and Saratoga National Historic Park. 
• Outdoor enthusiasts will love the natural beauty of the Adirondacks, nearby Berkshires and Green Mountains, Saratoga Lake, Lake George, other waterways, and more!