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TeamHealth Corporate

Critical Care Lead Advanced Practice Clinician in Worcester, MA

TeamHealth Corporate, Worcester, Massachusetts, us, 01609

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TeamHealth cultivates leaders to guide their teams toward goals like client retention and patient satisfaction, as well as the ultimate goal - high-quality patient care. The critical care lead is an advanced practice provider (APP) responsible for delivering high-quality care to critically ill patients in the ICU or other acute care settings. This leadership role also includes oversight of nurse practitioner (NP) and physician assistant (PA) activities within the critical care team, coordination with multidisciplinary clinicians, participation in quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring evidence-based practice standards. The lead APC will serve as a clinical expert, mentor, and liaison for nursing and medical staff.

Clinical Care

Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of critically ill patients in collaboration with intensivists and the interdisciplinary team

Perform and interpret diagnostic tests, order labs and imaging, and prescribe medications

Execute and manage invasive procedures such as central lines, arterial lines, intubation (if credentialed), and chest tube placement, as appropriate

Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds and develop care plans for ICU patients

Respond to emergencies and rapid response calls as needed

Leadership and Oversight

Lead, mentor, and support the nurse practitioner team in the critical care unit

Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations of APCs

Collaborate with leadership to develop APC practice protocols and policies

Serve as a liaison between APCs, nursing, physicians, and administrative staff

Champion evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives within the ICU

Education and Training

Provide training, preceptorship, and ongoing education for APCs, nurses, and other staff

Promote professional development and continuing education among team members

Maintain own clinical competencies and certifications in critical care

Competitive compensation with an estimated base salary range of $75 to $90 hourly with the opportunity to earn incentives.

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Benefits

Competitive salary and leadership stipend

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Paid time off and free virtual CME

Opportunities for advancement and professional development

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