Full Job Description
About Us
With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts. With a broad network of providers and facilities serving the Pioneer Valley, our services span a spectrum of medical and surgical needs, diagnostic care, rehabilitation, social work, behavioral health, and other critical needs of the community.
The Cooley Dickinson Hospital has a medical staff of approximately 500 active members (physicians and advanced practice clinicians). The system is comprised of the Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Cooley Dickinson Medical Group, as well as a VNA and Hospice. We pride ourselves on being a progressive, empowering employer, and a place for everyone.
The Cooley Dickinson culture is built on living the values of our organization. Every employee is valued, no matter what professional function. Come work where you can make a difference every day, with opportunities for growth and development, in a great place to call home!
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Per Diem Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Infectious Disease program at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. This role will provide weekend, on-call coverage from 4:00pm on Fridays to 8:00am on Mondays. We are looking for a minimum of one weekend shift per month of inpatient rounding on the CDH Main Campus at 30 Locust St, Northampton, MA 01060.
This position will be in a judgment-free environment that respects all cultures, races, religions, sexual orientations, and lifestyle choices.
The NP/PA is responsible for:
- Performing histories and physicals on all new and follow up infectious diseases inpatients
- Reviewing by phone with attending physician
- Answering phone calls from providers and outpatients
The NP/PA will support physicians, collaborate with consultants, nurses, case managers, and others to provide high-quality, efficient care for patients. This is an opportunity for a mid-level to work autonomously, up to the top of their licensure.
Are you ready to bring your talent to this team and join us in driving medicine forward?
Qualifications
When hiring, we look for candidates who possess not only the relevant skills and competencies, but also positive attitudes, emotional intelligence, and genuine passion for this work.
Education:
- Master’s degree in nursing or physician assistant studies required.
Experience:
- 3-5+ years of previous infectious disease experience strongly preferred.
Certification:
- Certified Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensure required upon hire.
EEO Statement
Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.