Hospital Medicine Full Time NP/PA

About the Role

Carolinas Hospitalists Group is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join our inpatient Hospital Medicine team at CMC Main, Advocate Health's flagship academic medical center.

Position Highlights

• Full-time inpatient position
• 7 days on / 7 days off schedule, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• 100% inpatient adult medicine
• Responsibilities include admissions and rounding
• No call required; shifts may include cross-cover responsibilities
• Collaborative, team-based approach alongside Hospital Medicine physicians and APPs
• Work within a large academic and tertiary-care environment
• Teaching opportunities available with APP students and fellows
• Eligible for annual quality/performance incentive bonus
• CME allowance provided annually
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and malpractice coverage
• Professional support and development through Advocate Health's Center for Advanced Practice

Ideal Candidate

• Previous inpatient or hospital medicine experience preferred
• Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable functioning within a multidisciplinary team model
• Ability to independently perform thorough histories, physical exams, assessments, and treatment planning

Essential Functions

• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations
• Develop and implement treatment and management plans
• Order, interpret, and manage laboratory and radiology studies
• Document patient encounters, assessments, and plans of care in the medical record
• Write prescriptions and administer medications as appropriate
• Perform procedures within scope of practice, if applicable
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, specialists, and ancillary teams
• Participate in departmental meetings, quality initiatives, and policy development
• Serve as an advocate for the patient population served

Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner Candidates:

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Master's Degree or Doctor of Nursing Practice required
• Acute Care Certification required (ACNP or AGACNP preferred)
• Current North Carolina NP/APRN and RN licensure required
• DEA license and prescriptive authority required
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association required and must remain valid at least 90 days beyond start date
• National board certification required

Physician Assistant Candidates:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Master's Degree preferred
• NCCPA certification required/preferred
• CAQ certification preferred
• Current North Carolina PA licensure required
• DEA license and prescriptive authority required
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association required and must remain valid at least 90 days beyond start date

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to lift and support up to 35 pounds when handling patients, supplies, or equipment
• Ability to work effectively in stressful and fast-paced clinical situations
• Schedule may include weekends, holidays, and occasional cross-cover responsibilities

Why Advocate Health?

When you join Advocate Health, you become part of a nationally recognized healthcare system committed to advancing medicine, supporting teammates, and delivering exceptional patient care. Practice where your voice is valued, your growth is supported, and your passion for patient-centered care can thrive. At Advocate Health, you'll work alongside some of the most advanced minds in medicine to improve health, elevate hope, and redefine care for ALL.

Pay

$51.05 - $76.60 per hour

Schedule

Full-time 7 days on / 7 days off schedule consisting of a combination of rounding and admission responsibilities. Rotating weekends and holidays required. Occasional cross-cover and night responsibilities may be needed based on departmental and operational needs.