Physician Assistant - Hospitalist

Physician Assistant - Hospitalist

About this position

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Hospitalist team in the beautiful Northeast Kingdom of Vermont.

This is an exciting opportunity to practice broad-spectrum inpatient medicine in a collaborative, patient-centered environment while enjoying the autonomy and variety of rural healthcare. Whether you prefer day shifts, night shifts, or a combination of both, we offer scheduling flexibility to support your professional and personal goals. Working alongside experienced Hospitalist physicians, nursing staff, respiratory therapists, care coordinators, and specialists, you'll help deliver exceptional care while making a meaningful difference in a close-knit community.

About This Role

As a Hospitalist NP or PA, you will provide comprehensive inpatient care including diagnosis, treatment, care coordination, preventive care, and health maintenance. You'll assess and manage patients throughout their hospitalization, collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, and help ensure a seamless patient experience from admission through discharge. This role includes caring for patients on our Medical-Surgical Unit and assisting in the management of patients in our 4-bed Open ICU. Candidates should be comfortable caring for ICU patients with Hospitalist physician consultation and support readily available.

This position is ideal for an experienced advanced practice provider who enjoys inpatient medicine, values teamwork, and appreciates the opportunity to practice at the top of their license in a supportive Critical Access Hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients through comprehensive health histories, physical examinations, diagnostic testing, and ongoing assessments to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions, prescribe medications in accordance with Vermont regulations, provide patient education, and coordinate follow-up care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, respiratory therapists, case managers, and specialists to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care and smooth care transitions.
• Review diagnostic studies, coordinate referrals and consultations, participate in quality improvement initiatives and provider meetings, and contribute to the ongoing success of the Hospital Medicine program.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Vermont APRN license or ability to obtain
• Current Vermont DEA certificate or ability to obtain
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner
• Malpractice insurability required
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current Vermont PA license or ability to obtain
• Current Vermont DEA certificate or ability to obtain
• NCCPA certification required
• Malpractice insurability required

What Makes This Opportunity Special?

• Flexible scheduling opportunities with day, night, or blended coverage options
• Care for a diverse inpatient population, including Open ICU patients with physician support
• Practice broad-spectrum Hospital Medicine in a supportive rural Critical Access Hospital
• Collaborate closely with experienced Hospitalist physicians and multidisciplinary care teams
• Enjoy professional autonomy while practicing in a highly collaborative environment
• Experience the quality of life that comes from living and working in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom

About NVRH

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is located in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, in the heart of the Northeast Kingdom. We are a community, not-for-profit, acute care, critical access hospital. NVRH is one of two Vermont hospitals designated Baby Friendly by the World Health Organization. The organization offers primary and preventive care, surgical and specialty services, inpatient and outpatient care, as well as 24-hour, physician-staffed emergency services. Aligned with community partners, NVRH values and invests in efforts to address social conditions that support well-nourished, well-housed, physically healthy, mentally healthy, and financially secure communities. NVRH serves more than 33,000 people throughout Caledonia and southern Essex Counties and employs over 700 dedicated staff members.

Why Join Our Team?

Join a healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to your community while enjoying the lifestyle that makes Vermont special. NVRH offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Student loan repayment assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Complimentary gym membership
• Affordable and comprehensive health, dental, and vision plan choices
• 401(k) with employer match
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Additional employee perks

Build a rewarding career where your expertise is valued, your contributions matter, and your work helps improve the lives of patients throughout Vermont's Northeast Kingdom.