Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Vascular Surgery

Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

UPMC Heart & Vascular Institute

Vascular Surgery - UPMC Williamsport

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/PA or Nurse Practitioner/CRNP) to join our Vascular Surgery team within the nationally renowned UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC Williamsport. This is an excellent opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered vascular care across outpatient, inpatient, and procedural settings while working alongside a highly collaborative surgical team.

In this role, you'll make a meaningful impact caring for patients with complex vascular conditions, with a balanced practice that includes clinic, hospital-based care, and operating room experience.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• No holidays
• Balanced schedule across clinic, hospital, & operating room
  • Approx. 40% Outpatient, 40% Rounding/Consults, & 20% OR

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Sign-on bonus available
• Annual quality incentive opportunity
• Generous CME days and dollars
• Robust retirement & benefits package

Why Join Us?
At UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, you’ll be part of one of the nation’s premier cardiovascular programs—recognized for excellence in patient outcomes and advanced treatment capabilities. Our team combines cutting-edge innovation with a compassionate, patient-first approach to care.

• Practice alongside a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary vascular team
• Care for a diverse population across the full continuum of vascular disease
• Gain experience in clinic, inpatient care, and the operating room
• Work in a dynamic environment that blends surgical and medical management
• Be supported in a culture focused on clinical excellence, teamwork, and innovation

This is more than a vascular surgery role—it’s an opportunity to build a well-rounded, procedural-oriented career within a nationally respected program while maintaining a balanced schedule.

What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive care for vascular surgery patients across multiple settings
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic vascular conditions
• Perform inpatient rounding and consults
• Assist in the operating room and participate in perioperative care
• Deliver outpatient care and follow-up in clinic
• Collaborate with vascular surgeons and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and disease management

• Knowledge of growth and development principles
• Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan
• Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies
• Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care
• Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, where applicable.

Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
  • Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program
  • BSN required; MSN preferred
  • Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP certification

  • National certification and eligibility for licensure and CRNP certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing

• Physician Assistant (PA)
  • Graduation from an ARC‑PA–accredited Physician Assistant program
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred
  • Pennsylvania PA license and NCCPA certification

• Required for All APP Candidates
  • CPR Certification required within 30 days of hire
  • Act 34 Clearance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran