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Job description
Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)
St. Joseph, Missouri
Compensation: $55K-75K
Job Type: Part-Time | Onsite
Join a High-Acuity Post-Acute Care Team
We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a collaborative physician-led team providing care in a post-acute hospital setting serving the St. Joseph, Missouri area.
This unique opportunity allows you to work alongside experienced physicians caring for medically complex patients in a high-acuity environment. You'll play an integral role in managing patients with advanced medical needs while helping drive exceptional clinical outcomes through a collaborative, evidence-based approach.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
Part-time schedule with flexibility
7-8 hour onsite shifts
Shared patient caseload with an experienced physician
Collaborative multidisciplinary care team
Opportunity to practice at the top of your license
High-acuity inpatient medicine
Strong emphasis on quality outcomes and clinical excellence
Supportive leadership and physician collaboration
Position Highlights
Post-acute inpatient hospital setting
Manage medically complex adult patients
Collaborative physician partnership
Weekend rotation shared among providers
Acute care medicine with clinical autonomy
Evidence-based clinical protocols
Opportunity to impact quality metrics and patient outcomes
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage medically complex inpatient populations
Care for patients with tracheostomies, ventilator dependence, complex wounds, and multiple chronic conditions
Respond to acute changes in patient condition while managing patients in place whenever appropriate
Collaborate daily with physicians and hospitalist teams
Participate in weekend rotation coverage
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based clinical practices
Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
Qualifications
Required
Current Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) certification
Eligible for Missouri or Kansas licensure, as applicable
Minimum of 3-5 years of acute inpatient hospital experience
Ability to practice independently while collaborating effectively with physicians
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
Experience managing medically complex patients
Preferred
Experience in post-acute care, LTACH, inpatient rehabilitation, or hospital medicine
Ventilator management experience
Tracheostomy care experience
Complex wound management experience
Hospitalist or acute care background
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary: up to $125,000
Flexible part-time schedule
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer matching
Paid Time Off
Collaborative physician support
Professional growth opportunities
About St. Joseph, Missouri
Located along the Missouri River, St. Joseph offers the perfect blend of small-city charm and modern conveniences. Residents enjoy an affordable cost of living, excellent parks, a vibrant downtown, and easy access to Kansas City-less than an hour away. With a strong healthcare community and welcoming atmosphere, St. Joseph is an excellent place to build a rewarding career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.
Ready to Learn More?
If you're an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant seeking a collaborative, high-acuity inpatient opportunity with flexibility, autonomy, and strong physician support, we'd love to connect with you.
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Who can apply
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