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DispatchHealth

Nurse Practitioner FNP or Physician Assistant PA-C

DispatchHealth, Saddle River, New Jersey, us, 07458

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How You'll Make An Impact We are hiring Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants with acute care experience in ER, Urgent Care, or Internal Medicine to join our growing team serving the

Ridgewood, NJ

community. Our Advanced Practice Providers team with DHMTs (Medical Technicians) are equipped with everything needed to treat common to complex injuries and illnesses through comprehensive health assessments, including diagnosis, treatment, and outcome management, for patients of all ages. Our innovative model allows us to provide definitive care in the home, including point‑of‑care laboratory studies, minor procedures, splinting, wound care, suturing, IV fluid and medication administration. We provide whole‑person care by facilitating timely follow‑up and care coordination.

Our providers love working at DispatchHealth because we are a leader in delivering high‑quality, in‑home acute care services. In 2024, they achieved significant milestones: 476,428 acute care visits, advanced care admissions, and imaging studies; diverted 61% of emergency‑room visits; provided hospital‑level care at home to over 1,400 patients with a low 8.4% 30‑day readmission rate; enhanced patient experience with mobile imaging; achieved an impressive Net Promoter Score of 97 across all service lines; and became the first in‑home provider to receive ACHC accreditation for their hospital‑level Advanced Care service. These achievements highlight their dedication to innovative, high‑quality healthcare delivery.

Job Details

Sign‑on bonus (if applicable)

Flexible shifts: 10‑hour shifts (8:00am – 6:00pm or 10:00am – 8:00pm)

Work‑life balance: required to work 3‑4 shifts per week, including every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)

1:1 patient ratio, 7‑10 patients per shift

Competitive pay & benefits: salary, comprehensive benefits package, quarterly and annual bonuses, CME and license renewal assistance

Career growth: on‑site training and advancement opportunities

Ideal Candidate

Holds an APP license in the state of XX

Has 2+ years of APP experience in Emergency, Urgent Care, Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

BLS certified

Ready to represent the company with a company vehicle provided, plus liability and malpractice insurance

What You'll Do

Work as part of a clinical care team with a DHMT and individually, delivering care in patients’ homes

Perform comprehensive health assessments, diagnose, and treat complex illnesses

Provide therapeutic interventions (splinting, suturing, wound care, minor procedures)

Use critical thinking skills and follow evidence‑based standards of practice

Accurately document patient encounters

Analyze test data to diagnose, treat, and arrange appropriate follow‑up

Educate patients and families on acute illness management

Navigate difficult conversations related to end‑of‑life issues and goals of care

Communicate with patients, families, medical power of attorney, primary care provider, and all care team members

Identify and proactively solve problems

Adhere to clinical and safety standards, protocols, and performance metrics

Provide compassionate, empathetic, culturally competent care

Maintain positive relationships with DHMT partners and remote teams

Attend training sessions and clinical team meetings

Maintain professional etiquette and serve as ambassadors for DispatchHealth

Lead your practice and always do what’s right for the patient

Deliver care independently (without being accompanied by a medical technician) as business needs dictate

What You Need

Minimum of two years of experience as an APP in Emergency, Urgent Care, Internal Medicine, Hospital, Family Practice, Cardiac, Pulmonary, or other relevant areas

Graduate with an advanced degree from an accredited institution

Current unrestricted state license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Nationally board certified, current

Current BLS required; ACLS preferred

Prescriptive authority and DEA registration

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Complete required driver training upon hire

Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 pounds

Ability to walk up and down several flights of stairs while carrying equipment

Ability to work a varied schedule with evenings, holidays, and weekends required

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

Company Description DispatchHealth is redefining healthcare delivery through mobile and virtual care. A rapidly scaling Denver, Colo., startup, we provide right‑sized healthcare through technology, convenience, and service. DispatchHealth creates an integrated, convenient, high‑touch care‑delivery solution that extends the capabilities of the patient’s care team and ensures personalized, quality care in the home or at the patient’s location of need. Our skilled, certified providers arrive onsite with the expertise and tools to administer advanced medical care, supported by our technological infrastructure to ensure quality and improve outcomes.

DispatchHealth is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive team and serving all communities. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. DispatchHealth offers a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, family, and short‑term disability leave.

DispatchHealth is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Position Type Full Time

Work Place Type On‑site

Category Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants

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