CRNP - Primary Care

Exciting Opportunity for a Primary Care CRNP or PA-C at Southern Family Medicine! 

Join our vibrant healthcare team of more than 230 primary care physicians and advanced practice providers at UPMC Medical Group in Central PA, where we're thrilled to offer a compelling opportunity for Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners (CRNPs) or Certified Physician Assistants (PA-Cs). Be a key player in expanding primary care services in central Pennsylvania and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care. Whether you're an experienced CRNP/PA-C or a new graduate, we welcome individuals at all stages of their careers, recognizing the value each brings to our dynamic and dedicated team. 

Why UPMC Medical Group? 

• Collaborative Environment: Join a cohesive, collegial, and committed team of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) working together to make a difference. 
• Inclusive Learning Culture: We believe in the power of shared knowledge and growth, fostering an environment where both seasoned professionals and new graduates can thrive and learn from each other. 
• Work-Life Balance: UPMC is committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment that promotes excellent work-life balance, ensuring our healthcare professionals can deliver their best care while taking care of themselves. 

What We Offer Our Providers: 

• Comprehensive Onboarding: A Robust transition to practice program for both new graduates or experienced APPs which focuses on the four pillars of successful transition to practice: graduated clinical responsibility, professional mentorship, guidance from clinical educators, and enhanced educational experiences. 
• Supportive Atmosphere: Benefit from support among peers and leadership, an open-door policy, and a team approach to patient care. 
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of tuition discounts at the University of Pittsburgh for physicians and their immediate family members, alongside a clear career ladder for professional growth. 
• Competitive Compensation Packages: Enjoy competitive compensation packages, reflecting our commitment to recognizing and rewarding talent. 
• Job Security: Join a growing team, providing stability and opportunities for career advancement. 

About the Position: 

• Collaborative Team: Work alongside a strong APP team with supportive and collaborative physicians. 
• Flexible Call Schedules: Attractive call schedules with flexibility for both call and office scheduling. 24/7 Nurse Advice (only 4% of calls are transferred to our provider team) 
• Centralized Services: Our referral department is responsible for processing provider referrals and assisting patients with scheduling their specialist visits/Imaging testing, the team is also responsible for ensuring?the orders are accurate and authorized for payment before scheduling. Our care management team of registered nurses provides coordination of care for our most at-risk patients. Our quality and value-based registered nurse team utilizes our EMR to identify open care caps for health maintenance metrics and works with the provider and patient to close those gaps. Our indexing team in collaboration with AI manages and indexes external patient documents and patient test results. Our ambulatory pharmacy team works with our insurance payers to ensure patient medication adherence and collaborates with our provider team as needed for pharmaceutical compliance. 
• Clinical Call Services: We offer 3 different types of clinical call services within the UPMC Pinnacle Medical Group. Each role is unique and assists providers and staff in the office setting. By creating clinical call service lines, we help to improve quality measures and patient safety. We are also able to decrease the workload of the staff in the office setting and create more time for in-person patient interactions. 

Grow Your Professional Career with UPMC: 

• Clinical Career Ladder: Our merit-based advancement system allows APPs to progress on a level playing field across all practice settings, rewarding excellence through a three-rung ladder: staff, senior, and expert. 

Job Qualifications: 

• Education: Graduate of an accredited CRNP or PA program—new graduates are encouraged to apply! 
• Commitment: A commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients. 
• Team Orientation: Ability to work collaboratively, provide personalized patient care, and demonstrate clinical outcomes. 
• Licensure: Eligible for licensure in the state of Pennsylvania. 

Take the next step in your career and be part of our exceptional team at UPMC Medical Group in Central PA! Apply now to contribute to a positive and impactful healthcare environment.