Summary:

We are seeking a board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support the care of patients with chronic kidney disease and endocrine conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This is a flexible role open to full-time or part-time candidates, offering a balanced mix of office-based visits, hospital rounding, and occasional dialysis care. The position is located in the Natrona Heights, PA area and offers strong physician support while allowing for independent clinical practice within scope.

Title: Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Nephrology & Endocrinology

Location: Natrona Heights, PA 15065

Schedule: Monday–Friday, rotating every 3rd weekend (aiming to reduce to every 4th)

Open to: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Weekend-Only Candidates

Pay Range: $110,000 – $130,000 annually, depending on experience and background

Overview & Responsibilities:

• Patient Care Management: Provide comprehensive care for nephrology and endocrinology patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings, including assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing management.
• Outpatient & Inpatient Coverage: Split time between office-based visits and hospital rounding; occasional dialysis rounding (3x/month) as part of ongoing patient care.
• Collaborative Practice: Work closely with physicians while exercising independent clinical judgment in accordance with Pennsylvania scope of practice regulations.
• Patient Education & Support: Educate patients on their conditions and care plans, ensuring adherence to treatments and improved long-term outcomes.
• Clinical Documentation: Utilize Electronic Health Records (EHR) for accurate, timely documentation in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support continuity of care and timely communication across care settings.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
• National certification (NCCPA for PAs or AANPCB for NPs)
• Active Pennsylvania license as a PA or NP
• Current DEA license
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a medical office, hospital, or related healthcare setting
• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and documentation standards

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.