Education and Training Jobs in Putnam, CT

Location Detail: 111 Salem Tpke Norwich (10365)

Shift Detail: Mon-Fri

Hartford HealthCare, the largest and most comprehensive healthcare system in Connecticut, has a new opportunity available for an Endocrinology Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA-C), to join our well-establish and cohesive Endocrinology team, practicing in Norwich, CT.

Some highlights of this opportunity include:

·        The endocrinology physician assistant or nurse practitioner collaborates with a high functioning team of providers to primarily provide follow up with patients who present with complex endocrinology disorders, with a large focus on diabetes.

·        APP mentorship and thorough on-boarding.

·        Tailored APP Endocrinology EPIC templates, and dedicated administrative time throughout the week

·        Shift: Full Time - Daytime schedule with no weekends nor holidays.

·        Spend 90% of time in the outpatient department and 10% Inpatient at Backus Hospital performing diabetes consults.

·        The Program serves a large population with a variety of complex endocrine disorders, using a team approach toward diabetes, wellness, and prevention

·        Opportunities for career advancement both hospital wide and system wide

·        Competitive compensation, matching 401k, tiered medical, and CME reimbursement

·        Access to HHC’s Provider Leadership Development Institute

·        Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness  

There are no limits to what you can achieve when you join the Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Team at Hartford HealthCare. The extensive capabilities of the most integrated healthcare system in CT offers Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants MORE OPPORTUNITY as you practice with nationally respected colleagues in a progressive, physician-led environment.    Our broad network includes seven acute care hospitals including one of the largest academic and surgical hospitals in the northeast, thriving community teaching hospitals, and one of the largest multi-specialty medical groups in New England with more than 1,000 providers.

This means MORE OPTIONS to propel your career to new heights and all within a deeply embedded culture of inclusion, innovation, and focus on the highest quality of care. We are teachers, researchers, innovators, leaders and, most of all, caregivers. 

Located between Boston and New York City, Connecticut offers you and your family access to a lifestyle that is second to none.  Enjoy the finest schools in the nation, four beautiful seasons of recreational activities, and options to live at the shore, in leafy suburbs, or in vibrant urban areas.  To put MORE LIFE IN YOUR LIFE apply today!

 Qualifications - External

Eligibility to be licensed in Connecticut as a Physician Assistant (PA), or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), is required.

Eligibility to be certified as a Physician Assistant (PA), or National Board Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), or Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) is required.

Endocrinology / diabetes experience as a PA, NP, clinical student, or RN is preferred. 

Location Detail: 584 Norwich Rd Plainfield (10369)

Shift Detail: Mon, Wed, Fri

Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant Benefits:

• Market-leading compensation and benefits and generous paid time off

• Paid CME time off plus CME budget, reimbursed professional licenses and dues

• Enhanced Tuition Assistance and Higher Education Partnerships

• Voluntary benefits include student loan programs, home, auto, renters insurance, identity theft protection, legal services, low-interest loans, pet insurance and more!

• Employee discount programs and colleague assistance offering resources and information for personal and work-life issues

• Family care benefits through including emergency back-up care benefit for children, adults and even pets!

Position Details:

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our collaborative Family Medicine team in Plainfield, CT, where you can grow professionally while managing your own patient panel. You’ll work alongside 2 physicians and 2 APPs, with a dedicated MA per provider and a nursing team of three, and benefit from two nearby offices for easy coverage and work-life balance. Conveniently located near Providence, RI, and the scenic CT/RI shoreline, this role offers both professional fulfillment and access to beautiful weekend escapes.

Role: Open to Nurse Practitioners (APRN) and Physician Assistants (PA)

Location:  Plainfield, CT

Setting: 100% Outpatient Primary Care – Family Medicine (11+)

Schedule:  Part-time, weekdays only!

Call schedule: No call required

Hartford HealthCare supports Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in practice:

• Dedicated support and voice for our for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants through the Office of Advanced Practice directed by Sarah Clark, MBA, MHS, PA-C, BSN, RN, System Director of Advanced Practice

• Hartford HealthCare is one of the largest, non-profit, fully-integrated healthcare systems providing patient care in the state, allowing our providers to care for their patients no matter where they reside in Connecticut

• With tools like EPIC, Hartford HealthCare’s state of the art clinical and informatics technology promotes improved patient outcomes, streamlined continuity of care and superior provider satisfaction

About Hartford HealthCare:

• Honored as a “Best Organizations for Leadership Development” by the National Center for Healthcare Leadership (NCHL)

• Prestigiously named one of the “Best Hospitals to Work for in Connecticut” by the Becker's Hospital Review

• Committed to continuous development through The Center for Education Stimulation & Innovation (CESI), our Provider Leadership Development Institute and a robust on demand learning platform including CME, special courses, learning series and tools and resources

• Established Mentorship and Orientation programs specially designed for newly hired providers and providers new to practice

Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants Role Scope:

Under established guidelines and in collaboration and/or supervision with the practice physician(s), Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants perform routine physical examinations, and formulate medical, educational, and psychosocial plans to treat patients.

In consultation with the physician(s) and care team members, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants develop plans for further evaluation of health needs, e.g., referral to other health team members or specialists.

Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants provide appropriate treatment for problems within the scope of the provider’s practice as designated by protocols and identifies problems outside of their scope of practice and refers appropriately to physician.

Requirements:

• Licensure: Unrestricted State of Connecticut Medical License (or eligible)

• Training: APRN (Family, Adult/Geri Nurse Practitioner) or PA

• Experience: 2+ years’ experience in a primary care or relevant outpatient setting

Interested candidates please contact Jennifer Straka, Advanced Practice Recruiter, at   or (86

Location Detail: 45 Salem Turnpike Norwich (10583)

Shift Detail: Mon-Fri

Get MORE from your career with Hartford HealthCare

Hartford HealthCare has an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join our Norwich-based hospital outpatient department within Pain Management team. This role plays a key part in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered pain care through a blend of medication management, clinical assessment, and post‑procedure follow-up, working in close collaboration with our pain physicians.

This APRN will serve as a clinical cornerstone within a busy pain management practice, supporting patients across the spine and chronic pain continuum and ensuring seamless care coordination.

Some highlights of this opportunity include:

The Pain Management Nurse Practitioner (APRN) will work in an outpatient setting. 

·                           Full Time, 5/8s, or 4/10s

·                           This position will be helping to support a busy pain office by providing both consultations and follow-up care for patients struggling with managing pain.

·                           Responsibilities include seeing new patients, follow-ups

·                           A holistic patient care model that encompasses the entire spine care continuum including pain management, surgical interventions, and medication management.

ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS ENJOY

·                           A culture that fosters continual growth and development for providers. 

·                           Competitive compensation, matching 401k, tiered medical, and CME reimbursement.

We support your development and wellbeing through the respected Hartford HealthCare’s Office of Advanced Practice - an internal organization committed to the growth and development of our Advanced Practitioners, and the groundbreaking Office of Provider Wellness.

·                           Eligibility to be licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), or Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) is required.

·                           Experience practicing as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (APRN) is highly preferred.

·                           Pain management, injection, orthopedics, neurosurgery, rheumatology, or primary care experience is highly preferred.

There are no limits to what you can achieve when you join the Pain Management Team at Hartford HealthCare.  The extensive capabilities of the most integrated healthcare system in CT offers Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners MORE OPPORTUNITY as you practice with nationally respected colleagues in a progressive, physician-led environment.    

Our broad network includes seven acute care hospitals including one of the largest academic and surgical hospitals in the northeast, thriving community teaching hospitals, and one of the largest multi-specialty medical groups in New England with more than 1,000 providers.

This means MORE OPTIONS to propel your career to new heights and all within a deeply embedded culture of inclusion, innovation, and focus on the highest quality of care. We are teachers, researchers, innovators, leaders and, most of all, caregivers.

Location Detail: 289 Windham Rd Willimantic (10534)

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. 

Hartford HealthCare’s Behavioral Health Network (HHC BHN), the largest and most comprehensive behavioral health system in New England, has a new opportunity available for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide admission physical exams, psychiatric evaluations and medication management at The Ridge, a newly created residential addiction treatment facility, located in Windham, CT.

Some highlights of this opportunity include:

• A well-resourced 36 bed residential addiction treatment facility with 17 detox beds
• The opportunity to join on the ground breaking of a new treatment facility that has the full support of not just the Rushford network, but the entire integrated system of Hartford HealthCare
• Responsibilities include providing physical exams for newly admitted patients and managing their medical care during their stay
• Close proximity UConn campus, which boasts a variety of dining experiences, arts and culture
• Quick and direct access to hiking and biking trails to submerse in the serene landscapes of the Connecticut’s East Region
• Close to RI, MA borders; easy to access MA turnpike
• We prioritize your development and wellbeing through the respected HHC Provider Leadership Development Institute and the groundbreaking Office of Provider Wellness
• Competitive salary plus comprehensive benefits including low cost, high quality medical/dental, STD/LTD, matching 401(k), generous paid time off, CME, and more
• Eligibility to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Rushford Center, one of Connecticut’s leading providers of addiction and mental health services, is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention, treatment and recovery programs. We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs. Through the passion of our specialists, we continue to treat every patient with care, compassion and respect, while providing affordable and accessible services.

POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Practitioners are responsible for providing physical exams, psychiatric evaluations and addiction treatment including: diagnosis; prescribing; coordination of care, and patient education. Primary responsibilities will be in the inpatient withdrawal management and residential program, but may include Partial Hospital, Outpatient and community settings as determined by the Medical Director.  The practitioners will work closely with the Residential Medical Director, staff psychiatrists, and clinicians in a patient centered multidisciplinary treatment team approach.  The practitioner will hold licensure through the State of CT Department of Public Health and be credentialed through the medical staff of Rushford.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.   Evaluate patients through detailed physical exam,  a full review of psychosocial comprehensive assessments, and development of a detailed medical history.

2.   Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests.  Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with primary care physicians and medical specialists.

3.   In collaboration with clinical and nursing staff, develops and implements a treatment plan that involves and includes the patient in active participation in treatment. And revises the plan as indicated.

4.   Writes orders for  medications, treatments and other matters pertaining to patients care.

5.   Writes progress notes on patient’s charts indicating patient status and treatment recommended.

6.   Provides education to individuals or groups as appropriate and requested by the Medical Director.

7.   Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and provides emotional support to family members when appropriate.

8.   Charts observations, test results and all patient communication in the medical record as directed by Rushford policy and procedure.

9.   Ensures accurate maintenance of patient’s medical records and that patient records are treated as confidential information.

10.      Advises patients on use of various medication including dosage, side effects and composition.

11.      Reviews and interprets results of diagnostic studies and tests, consults with supervisory physician when appropriate, incorporates information into plan of care.

12.      Determines and discusses diagnosis with patient, documents information on charts including billing codes.

13.      Recommends and develops new services and programs.

14.      Participates in peer review, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guidelines development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards.

15.      Displays and upholds Rushford core values of dignity, compassion, service excellence, community and integrity.  Consistently demonstrates caring for patients, for one another, and for the organization they are part of, and contributes to building trust, pride and camaraderie. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL REQUIREMENTS, AND DESIRED ATTRIBUTES 

1.   Knowledge of advanced practice of nursing/PA-C including anatomy and physiology, psychosocial/family systems, drug and alcohol addiction, diagnostic testing, interpretation of results and clinical decision making.

2.   Knowledge of professional nursing theory/PA-C, practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care, and professional ethics related to the delivery of nursing care.

3.   Maintains good relations and fosters effective public relations with patients, medical staff and other departments as well as other hospitals and outside programs and providers that use services.

4.   Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards and participates in assigned quality improvement efforts and development of new procedures for patient care.

5.   Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in service meetings, and workshops and incorporates information for improving patient care.

6.   Attends clinical disposition, supervision, and case review meetings as required.

7.   Meets the established quality and productivity measure of the department.

8.   Performs all other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is a certified clinical nurse specialist. The PA holds a National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certificate and PA-C designation. CPR certification required. The job also requires an active CT DEA/CT Controlled Substance license.

EXPERIENCE

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment

Location Detail: 111 Salem Tpke Norwich (10365)

Shift Detail: Mon-Fri

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, almost 20,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

The Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine

The mission of The Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine is to provide the Southern New England region with access to expertise in advanced wound care and hyperbaric medicine therapies.

Wound Care Advanced Practitioner Role Scope    

·        Comprehensive diagnosis and wound assessment of patients

·        Ordering appropriate lab tests, imaging studies, radiographic and other cardiac imaging studies, interpret lab, imaging studies, maintain currency in advanced cardiac life support

·        Management of Hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatments

·        Coordinate care of assigned patients including nursing care, nutrition, medications, dressings and adjunctive wound therapies

·        Review patient charts, write progress notes, tabulate data, and complete other required medical record documentation

Advanced Practitioners Enjoy

At Hartford HealthCare newly graduated and experienced providers are provided with the support and mentorship they need to succeed through on the job, classroom, and procedural training. Our benefits include: 

·        Competitive compensation

·        Matching 401k, tiered medical, dental, and vision plans 

·        Generous Paid-Time Off

·        Reimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice

·        Proven and effective onboarding with supportive ongoing mentorship 

·        Access to Hartford HealthCare’s Office of Advanced Practice - an internal organization committed to the growth and development of our Advanced Practitioners

·        Leadership development opportunities through Hartford HealthCare’s Professional Leadership Development Institute

Advanced Practitioner Requirements

·        Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Master’s program. Licensed, or eligible to be licensed, as a Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of Connecticut

·        Certification or eligible to be certified as a Physician Assistant, or National Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner through a national board certification.

·        Wound care certification or experience preferred ; Training in Hyperbaric Therapy will be provided

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

Location Detail: Windham Community Memorial (10183)

Shift Detail: Monday-Friday, 8a-430pm

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, almost 20,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

The Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine

The mission of The Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine is to provide the Southern New England region with access to expertise in advanced wound care and hyperbaric medicine therapies.

Wound Care Advanced Practitioner Role Scope    

·        Comprehensive diagnosis and wound assessment of patients

·        Ordering appropriate lab tests, imaging studies, radiographic and other cardiac imaging studies, interpret lab, imaging studies, maintain currency in advanced cardiac life support

·        Management of Hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatments

·        Coordinate care of assigned patients including nursing care, nutrition, medications, dressings and adjunctive wound therapies

·        Review patient charts, write progress notes, tabulate data, and complete other required medical record documentation

Advanced Practitioners Enjoy

At Hartford HealthCare newly graduated and experienced providers are provided with the support and mentorship they need to succeed through on the job, classroom, and procedural training. Our benefits include: 

·        Competitive compensation

·        Matching 401k, tiered medical, dental, and vision plans 

·        Generous Paid-Time Off

·        Reimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice

·        Proven and effective onboarding with supportive ongoing mentorship 

·        Access to Hartford HealthCare’s Office of Advanced Practice - an internal organization committed to the growth and development of our Advanced Practitioners

·        Leadership development opportunities through Hartford HealthCare’s Professional Leadership Development Institute

Advanced Practitioner Requirements

·        Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Master’s program. Licensed, or eligible to be licensed, as a Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of Connecticut

·        Certification or eligible to be certified as a Physician Assistant, or National Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner through a national board certification.

·        Wound care certification or experience preferred ; Training in Hyperbaric Therapy will be provided

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

Location Detail: 111 Salem Tpke Norwich (10365)

Shift Detail: Mon-Fri

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology – NORWICH 

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with multiple locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. Hartford HealthCare Medical Group consists of a team of professionals ranging from Medical Assistants to Physician Assistants and is a leading provider of comprehensive resources in New England. The practice is recognized for its expertise, quality and personalized care.

Hartford Healthcare Heart & Vascular Institute

This rapidly expanding Institute includes six acute care hospitals, including Backus Hospital. The Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute brings together cardiac care specialists – increasing collaboration and care coordination – all under one roof. Our system of care includes a truly integrated team with the most talented, experienced, and compassionate caregivers and providers, backed by the latest cutting-edge technology. 

Nurse Practitioner (APRN) / Physician Assistant - Electrophysiology Role Scope

·        APRN/PA provides comprehensive care for adult cardiology patients in an outpatient setting and to support a busy Electrophysiology program

·        Management of cardiac implantable devices including pacemakers, defibrillators and loop recorders in an outpatient setting

·        Evaluation of patients pre and post intervention including patient education, clinical evaluation, medication management in the office and message triage

·        Electrophysiology background preferred with experience providing comprehensive management of patients with arrhythmias, knowledge of anti-arrhythmic and anticoagulation drug therapy

Shift: Full Time –Exempt- 40 hours –Monday through Friday

Advanced Practitioners Enjoy

At Hartford HealthCare, newly graduated and experienced providers are provided with the support and mentorship they need to succeed through on the job, classroom, and procedural training. Our benefits include:

·        Competitive Compensation

·        Matching 401k, tiered medical, dental, and vision plans

·        Generous Paid-Time Off

·        Reimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice

·        Proven and effective onboarding with supportive ongoing mentorship

·        Leadership development opportunities through Hartford HealthCare’s Professional Leadership Development Institute

Advanced Practitioner Requirements

·        Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Master’s Program

·        Licensed, or eligible to be licensed, as a Physician Assistant (PA-C), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), or Adult Geriatric Primary Care (AGPCNP) in the state of Connecticut

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment!

Location Detail: 584 Norwich Rd Plainfield (10369)

Shift Detail: Mon-Fri

Excellence, Safety, Caring, Integrity….What do you value?  

Join us at Hartford HealthCare Medical Group as we live our values every day. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we create a better future for healthcare in Connecticut and beyond. By embodying these values, we have become nationally respected for patient care and most trusted for personalized coordinated care. Come be part of something special!

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with multiple locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. Hartford HealthCare Medical Group consists of a team of professionals ranging from Medical Assistants to Physician Assistants and everything in between.  This physician-led medical group enjoys an excellent reputation with patients and the medical community, offering primary care, urgent care and more than 30 different specialties.

Physician Assistant Role Scope 

• Provides direct patient care in office consultations, including assessment, workups, triage, emergency work-ins, and other patient care activities. Position specializes in treating patients with kidney stones and other general urologic conditions
• Obtains and documents health history, performs and documents physical exam, and orders and interprets diagnostic tests
• Provides counseling to patients regarding diagnosis and expected course of treatment
• Collaborates with physician(s) to provide appropriate direct care interventions within scope of practice
• Collects, organizes, records, and discusses data as appropriate and uses sound clinical judgment based on best practice standards and evidenced based medicine
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals according to patient needs and conducts appropriate patient follow-up & outreach
• Ensures timely retrieval of laboratory and ancillary studies and diagnostic consultation reports
• Consults with appropriate internal and external staff to make appropriate referrals for acute, chronic and preventive care
• Coordinates patient care and visits with appropriate clinical and non-clinical staff

Shift

• Full Time
• Monday - Friday

Advanced Practitioners Enjoy

At Hartford HealthCare newly graduated and experienced providers are provided with the support and mentorship they need to succeed through the job, classroom, and procedural training. Our benefits include: 

• Extremely competitive salary
• Matching 401k, tiered medical, dental, and vision plans 
• Generous Paid-Time Off
• Reimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Proven and effective onboarding with supportive ongoing mentorship 
• Access to Hartford HealthCare’s Office of Advanced Practice - an internal organization committed to the growth and development of our Advanced Practitioners
• Leadership development opportunities through Hartford HealthCare’s Professional Leadership Development Institute

• Master’s degree in nursing
• National Certification in Advanced Practice and current CPR certification
• Current State of CT APRN license with prescriptive authority and current DEA number
• 2 years of experience (urology preferred)
• Excellent clinical management skills and proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take lead when appropriate
• Positive, customer-focused approach, with commitment to providing excellent patient care
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Ability to communicate in other languages - highly desirable
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to patients of all ages
• Highly organized with demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize competing tasks with full autonomy
• Knowledge of computer systems, including experience with medical software (Epic)
• Ability to adhere to HHC MG policies and standards of service as well as HIPAA requirements, OSHA regulations and Infection Control standards

Travel will be required for training within the East Region (Plainfield, Willimantic) or less than 5% of travel to other regions.

Location Detail: 111 Salem Tpke Norwich (10365)

Shift Detail: Monday-Friday

Get MORE from your career with Hartford HealthCare

Hartford HealthCare, the largest and most comprehensive healthcare system in Connecticut,has a new opportunity available for a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, to join our welcoming team to provide both initial and follow up consultations in a hospital outpatient department in Norwich, CT.

Some highlights of this opportunity include:

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• The Rheumatology Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner practices in an ambulatory setting providing both initial and follow up consultations for rheumatology patients which includes, but is not limited to Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis), Osteoporosis and metabolic bone diseases, Gout, pseudogout, Polymyalgia rheumatic, Ankylosing spondylitis and arthritis associated with inflammatory bowel diseases, Lupus, scleroderma and connective tissue disorders, Myositis and myopathy, Lyme disease. Responsibilities will include joint injections, and gaining an understanding of immunosuppressive and biologic therapies
  
• M-F day time schedule of either 8am - 4:30pm or 7:30am – 4pm
  
• Low on-call volume
  
• Inpatient consultations at Backus Hospital
  
• Seasoned office staff and providers from other specialties on-site to collaborate with
  
• The opportunity to be involved in provider committees, system wide initiatives, and system wide rheumatology meetings
  
• A consistent and stable patient census with a manageable work load
  

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• Competitive compensation, matching 401k, tiered medical, and CME reimbursement
  
• We support your development and wellbeing through the respected Hartford HealthCare’s Office of Advanced Practice - an internal organization committed to the growth and development of our Advanced Practitioners,  and the groundbreaking Office of Provider Wellness
  

The Backus Hospital Arthritis and Rheumatology Center offers patients comprehensive care in one spa-like location. The Backus Arthritis and Rheumatology Center helps patients identify the exact cause of their arthritic pain and creates an individualized care plan based on the patient’s diagnosis and medical history. With a plan in place and the right combination of medications, patients begin their journey to relief and a better quality of life.

There are no limits to what you can achieve when you join The Backus Hospital Arthritis and Rheumatology Center.  The extensive capabilities of the most integrated healthcare system in CT offers Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners MORE OPPORTUNITY as you practice with nationally respected colleagues in a progressive, provider-led environment.    Our broad network includes seven acute care hospitals including one of the largest academic and surgical hospitals in the northeast, thriving community teaching hospitals, and one of the largest multi-specialty medical groups in New England with more than 1,000 providers.

This means MORE OPTIONS to propel your career to new heights and all within a deeply embedded culture of inclusion, innovation, and focus on the highest quality of care. We are teachers, researchers, innovators, leaders and, most of all, caregivers.

Located between Boston and New York City, Connecticut offers you and your family access to a lifestyle that is second to none.  Enjoy the finest schools in the nation, four beautiful seasons of recreational activities, and options to live at the shore, in leafy suburbs, or in vibrant urban areas.  To put MORE LIFE IN YOUR LIFE apply today!

Eligibility to be licensed in Connecticut as a Physician Assistant (PA), or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), is required. Eligibility to be certified as a Physician Assistant (PA), or National Board Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), or Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) is required. 1 year of APP experience is highly preferred.

Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309)

Backus Hospital

The Hospital is a Level 3 Trauma Center. For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. Backus is home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and is the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. The Hospital delivers and coordinates a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of its communities.

Surgical Critical Care Lead Advanced Practitioner Role Scope

• Backus Hospital's Surgical Critical Care Team is committed to creating an innovative patient centered delivery system that continuously improves quality of care.

• The Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner (APRN) providers are part of a multidisciplinary team that plans and delivers care for complex surgical patients including general surgery, trauma, vascular, thoracic, neurosurgery and other critical care patients as the service needs dictate. 
• The Advanced Practice Provider works in collaboration with the attending surgical intensivist, the primary surgical admitting team and consultants.
• Responsibilities include managing multiple patients with varied critical illness, comprehensive physical assessments, interpretation of diagnostic results, hemodynamic/ventilator management, daily progress notes, patient/family education and meetings.
• Ability to independently perform bedside procedures such as arterial lines, central lines chest tubes, feeding tubes, percutaneous tracheostomy and PEG tubes placement.
• Develop practice guidelines and clinical pathways with the support of the attending critical care surgeons to ensure high-level, evidence-based care in the SICU.
• Develop and implement Surgical Critical Care educational curriculum for the surgical APP staff.
• Participate in the development and/or maintenance of standardized orientation, service – based competencies, and educational schedule for new hires.
• Serve on department/hospital – wide committees to help promote patient safety, enhanced patient care, and other balanced scorecard initiatives as delegated by the APP Director.
• Identifies, plans, and coordinates the staffing needs of the team in conjunction with the APP Director.
• Assist Surgical APP director with timekeeping for SICU APP staff.

Advanced Practitioners Enjoy:

Exceptional benefits from a system known for exceptional care. Hartford HealthCare doesn’t just take great care of its patients. It takes great care of its employees too. Our benefits include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Matching 401k, tiered medical, dental, and vision plans
• Generous Paid-Time Off
• Reimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice
• LEAN process improvement to drive quality outcomes and positively enhance both the patient and the provider experience
• EPIC EMR
• No surgical residents/fellows to dilute your clinical experience or growth.

Advanced Practitioner Requirements

• Nurse Practitioners (APRN) positions require National certification in Advanced Practice, MSN, and current CT Nurse Practitioner (APRN) License or eligible required.
• Adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner (AGACNP) board certification required for nurse practitioners.
• Physician Assistants (PA) positions require current CT Physician Assistants (PA) License and Board certification or eligible.
• All disciplines require Federal DEA, and CT Controlled Substance Registration
• ACLS/BLS
• ATLS to be supported by Backus.
• 7+ years of Surgical Critical Care experience required; 10+ years of experience preferred.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with an excellent school district in Worcester County, MA, to find a School Psychologist for the 2025–2026 school year.

School Psychologists bridge the gap between mental health and education. They provide essential support to students who face academic, social, or emotional challenges, enabling them to thrive in and out of the classroom. Their work is student-centered but also benefits families, teachers, and the entire school system.

Position Details:

• Position: School Psychologist
• Location: Worcester County, MA
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, up to 37.5 hours per week

Responsibilities:

• Assessment & Evaluation: Identify student needs through cognitive, academic, and behavioral assessments to guide special education services.
• Intervention & Counseling: Provide individual/group counseling and implement strategies to support emotional and social well-being.
• Collaboration & Consultation: Work with educators, families, and teams on IEPs, behavior plans, and creating supportive learning environments.
• Prevention, Crisis Response & Advocacy: Lead mental health initiatives, respond to crises, and advocate for student equity and success.

Qualifications:

• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) License.
• Masters degree from an accredited institution.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!

Compensated Surrogacy Opportunity - Make a Life Changing Impact and Earn $60,000+

Newborn Advantage Surrogacy is seeking qualified women to become gestational surrogates and help intended parents grow their families. As a gestational surrogate, you will carry a pregnancy created through IVF for intended parents, with no genetic connection to you.

Surrogates receive competitive compensation starting at $60,000+, with additional payments included throughout the surrogacy journey that are designed to support and benefit you. We would love to connect and share more details about this meaningful opportunity.

Eligibility Requirements

• Between 21 and 40 years of age
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle and meet clinic BMI guidelines (30 or below)
• Non-smoker
• Have had at least one healthy, full-term, uncomplicated pregnancy and delivery
• Free of sexually transmitted diseases
• Willing to complete medical, psychological, and background screenings
• Reside in the United States and attend required medical appointments
• Be raising your child(ren) in a stable home environment

About Us

Newborn Advantage Surrogacy is a boutique, mother–daughter led agency with over 20 years of experience supporting both intended parents and surrogates through every step of the surrogacy journey. We offer a truly hands-on, white-glove experience, providing personalized care, direct communication, and dedicated support throughout each surrogate's journey. You are never just a number—your experience, comfort, and well-being always come first.

Compensated Surrogacy Opportunity - Make a Life Changing Impact and Earn $60,000+

Newborn Advantage Surrogacy is seeking qualified women to become gestational surrogates and help intended parents grow their families. As a gestational surrogate, you will carry a pregnancy created through IVF for intended parents, with no genetic connection to you.

Surrogates receive competitive compensation starting at $60,000+, with additional payments included throughout the surrogacy journey that are designed to support and benefit you. We would love to connect and share more details about this meaningful opportunity.

Eligibility Requirements

• Between 21 and 40 years of age
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle and meet clinic BMI guidelines (30 or below)
• Non-smoker
• Have had at least one healthy, full-term, uncomplicated pregnancy and delivery
• Free of sexually transmitted diseases
• Willing to complete medical, psychological, and background screenings
• Reside in the United States and attend required medical appointments
• Be raising your child(ren) in a stable home environment

About Us

Newborn Advantage Surrogacy is a boutique, mother–daughter led agency with over 20 years of experience supporting both intended parents and surrogates through every step of the surrogacy journey. We offer a truly hands-on, white-glove experience, providing personalized care, direct communication, and dedicated support throughout each surrogate's journey. You are never just a number—your experience, comfort, and well-being always come first.