Neonatology Physician Assistant

Location:
Hershey, PA

Hershey, Pennsylvania, famously known as "The Sweetest Place on Earth," offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities, with world-class entertainment, dining, and outdoor recreation all within easy reach. Its central location in the heart of Pennsylvania provides convenient access to major metropolitan areas like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, making it an ideal base for both work and leisure.

Facility:
This prestigious academic medical center and children's hospital is a leading institution in pediatric and neonatal care, operating a Level IV, 56-bed NICU with very high acuity patients. The facility is well-supported with strong collaborative teams, state-of-the-art technology including Cerner EMR, and robust orientation and training programs to ensure provider success.

Opportunity:
Advanced Practice (NP) - Physician Assistant - Neonatology, Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology

Job Details:
Provide daily oversight and care of neonatal patients in a Level IV, 56-bed NICU in collaboration with attending physicians
Pennsylvania (PA) license required; candidates who have begun the PA licensure application process may be considered if skillset meets requirements
IMLC accepted
Minimum of 6 shifts per month required; providers must be able to block their time and specify available dates upon submission
Shift options include weekday day shifts (7a-5p), weekday evening/night shifts (4p-8a), weekend day shifts (7a-7p), weekend night shifts (7p-7a), and 24-hour shifts available any day of the week
Primary need is for nights and weekend shifts; day-shift-only availability cannot be accommodated
Ground and air transport capability required; transport orientation includes two one-hour online training courses to be completed before the first day and a 45-minute in-person training session
Required procedural skills: PICC lines, UVC lines, UAC lines, chest tubes, lumbar punctures, and intubations
4-hour and 45-minute online EMR (Cerner) training must be completed before the first day
Orientation consists of 3 full weekday day shifts, 2 evening/night shifts, and 2 weekend shifts with pairing alongside an existing APP
Up to 10 patient encounters per shift
Board certification required (minimum: Certified)
BLS and PALS certifications required
Credentialing timeframe: 60-120 days
Nearest airport: Harrisburg International

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.