Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Endocrinology

Job Summary

At Mass General Brigham Endocrinology, we deliver exceptional state-of-the-art care to patients with a full scope of endocrine disorders. We are a highly reputable, collegial, well-established, and well-supported community Endocrinology practice serving patients across the Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts.

We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Endocrinology team at 22 Atwood Drive in Northampton, Massachusetts. This position includes 32 hours of direct outpatient care and 8 hours of administrative time each week. The practice is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. While the primary location is Northampton, the selected APP may be asked to provide care once or twice per week at affiliated primary care practices in Amherst or Hadley.

This APP will primarily provide care for patients with diabetes, including the evaluation, treatment, and ongoing management of both new and established patients. The ideal candidate will also be comfortable caring for patients with a broad range of general endocrinology conditions and will work closely with physicians and other members of the care team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care. Candidates with a strong interest and background in endocrinology, diabetes management, patient education, and collaborative practice are encouraged to apply.

Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for assessing and managing various patient populations, including those with medical and/or surgical conditions, as well as providing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, developing appropriate plans of care, and conducting ongoing evaluations. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.

Essential Functions

• Provides direct care, counseling, and education to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural settings.
• Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
• Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Consistently provides high-quality and timely documentation, including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes, and discharge summaries.
• Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.

Qualifications

Master's Degree Nursing required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

Licenses and Credentials: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN-NP - State License] required.

Experience: 2 years of licensed nurse practitioner experience required.

• 3+ years of experience practicing as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Diabetes and/or General Endocrinology strongly preferred.