Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - General Neurology, Southbridge MA, Full Time

UMass Memorial Medical Group seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the growing Neurology team at Harrington Hospital in Southbridge, Massachusetts. This full-time role offers comprehensive outpatient general neurology care within a collaborative team of physicians and APPs, with opportunity to develop a clinical focus in subspecialties such as stroke/neurovascular neurology, headache medicine, epilepsy, cognitive/behavioral neurology, neuromuscular medicine, or movement disorders. The position utilizes Epic EMR and provides access to specialists across the UMass Memorial Health system for advanced care needs.

Key Highlights

• Join a collaborative Neurology team with physician and APP support within Harrington Hospital.
• Provide comprehensive outpatient general neurology care to a diverse patient population.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a broad range of neurological conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate care with neurologists, primary care providers, and other specialists.
• Opportunity to develop a clinical focus or subspecialty interest based on experience and career goals.
• Candidates with experience in stroke, headache, epilepsy, cognitive/behavioral neurology, neuromuscular medicine, movement disorders, or other neurology subspecialties are encouraged to apply.
• Collaborate with specialists throughout UMass Memorial Health when patients require additional expertise or advanced care.
• Utilize Epic EMR and other advanced clinical technology platforms.
• Practice within an integrated health system while maintaining the benefits of a community-based hospital environment.
• Opportunity for professional growth, continuing education, and development within UMass Memorial Medical Group.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive neurological histories and physical examinations.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a variety of neurological conditions.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Order, review, and interpret appropriate diagnostic testing.
• Provide patient and family education regarding neurological diagnoses, treatment, and prevention.
• Coordinate referrals, follow-up care, and communication with other members of the healthcare team.
• Collaborate closely with neurologists, APPs, primary care providers, and other specialists.
• Participate in quality improvement and departmental initiatives.
• Support the growth and development of Neurology services within the Harrington Hospital community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Eligible or current Massachusetts license, with national certification (ANCC, AANP, NCCPA, as applicable).
• Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration required.
• Previous Neurology experience preferred but not required for highly qualified candidates with relevant clinical experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Demonstrated interest in Neurology or a Neurology subspecialty strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off (vacation/CME) with 11 paid holidays
• Practice/CME allowance
• Pension plan with additional retirement options available
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement benefit
• Paid family and medical leave; short-term and long-term disability programs
• PSLF Tuition Forgiveness eligible
• Concierge services for relocation
• Organization-wide commitment to formal Clinician Wellness Program

Compensation

Hiring range: $119,912.00 – $152,131.20 (based on a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week). Final offer varies based on scheduled hours; compensation for part-time or reduced schedules will be prorated based on scheduled weekly hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Schedule

Full-Time (40 hours per week)