Blue Sky Neurosciences (Inpatient) - Advanced Practice Provider

The role of the Inpatient Neurology Advanced Practice Provider is to provide exceptional clinical care of patients in the hospital setting, working alongside and collaborating with Neuro Hospitalists. This position will function at Methodist Metropolitan Hospital, San Antonio, Texas. The position will encompass a Monday- Friday, 8am – 4pm schedule. Currently there are no on-call duties. The team currently has 3 APPs.

CarePoint Blue Sky Neurosciences is an innovative neurology practice that provides the full spectrum of neurologic services for patients and those involved in their care. BSN was founded in 2005 by established clinicians known throughout Denver and the Colorado region. Since then, the practice has thrived and expanded in San Antonio.

Position Requirements

Education/Licensure:

• Master’s degree
• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current NP or PA license in good standing with the state
• Prescriptive authority and DEA number, or the ability to obtain if applicable
• Current BLS

Experience:

APP experience preferred; Neurology experience a plus but not required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
• Team player
• Possess a passion for outstanding patient safety and satisfaction
• Professional experience and conduct
• Ability to collaborate with multiple team members
• Flexibility and adaptability to support the needs of the group as the practice needs change

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinates and reviews patient census with Neuro Hospitalist and develops a plan to address each patient
• Participates in unit rounds as needed
• Obtains and reviews patient histories, performs comprehensive and focused exams, and records findings in the electronic medical record
• Determines medical status and diagnosis, and develops a clinical treatment plan alongside the Neuro Hospitalist
• Communicates treatment plan to hospital personnel as well as instructs and counsels patients and families on clinical treatment and care plan to ensure the best possible outcomes
• Orders and interprets diagnostic testing (i.e., labs, EEGS, etc.)
• Exercises initiative and judgment in selecting the proper treatment
• Responds to emergencies in an appropriate manner
• Completes documentation and responds to questions from patients and hospital staff promptly
• Performs hospital follow-up visits (both in person and via telehealth) when needed
• Attends meetings as requested
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

CarePoint is committed to the well-being of our valued employees, offering a wide range of voluntary benefits such as:

• CME: $1500/year
• Paid parental leave
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program

About Blue Sky Neurosciences

Blue Sky Neurosciences is a division of CarePoint. Established in 1996, CarePoint is a multispecialty physician group headquartered in Denver, CO. We are physician-owned, physician-run and employ hundreds of providers in a variety of specialties. Our world-class physicians offer exceptional, quality patient care in a variety of settings: Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Neurosurgery, Neurology, Wound Care and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and multiple Telehealth service lines.

Our team is dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone's contributions are valued and respected. We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity. If you're passionate about our mission and have a willingness to learn, we encourage you to bring your unique perspective to our team.

Salary range

$100k-$130k

Facilities

This position is dedicated to Methodist Metropolitan Hospital Downtown with the potential to work at all 3 facilities, covering or picking up extra shifts as they become available. Other facilities include Methodist Stone Oak North Central, and Methodist Main located in the South Texas Medical Center in Northwest San Antonio.

Onboarding

Shadowing the hospitals, physicians, and Advanced Practice Professionals – time spent on shadowing depends on experience.