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Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact
Vituity’s ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a national system of support, so you can focus your attention where you want it to be – on your patients.
Join the Vituity Team. Vituity is a 100% physician-owned partnership and is led by frontline physicians that are all equitable owners. As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities. Our leadership understands what your practice needs to thrive and gives you autonomy and local control so you can provide care when, where, and how your patients need it. You are backed by a best-in-class corporate healthcare team and supported by the broad peer-level expertise of 6,000 Vituity clinicians. At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.” Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.
Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.
The Opportunity
- Up to $100k sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
- Seeking Board Eligible/Certified Internal Medicine Physicians or Family Medicine with previous inpatient experience.
- Nocturnist positions available.
- Current NY state license is a plus.
- Visa Candidates are encouraged to apply.
The Practice
Wynn Hospital – Utica, New York
- State-of-the-art, 250-bed facility with private patient rooms, behavioral health ED treatment rooms, a birthing center, and a helistop.
- 42-bed open ICU, Level III Trauma Center, and a Comprehensive Stroke Center Program.
- All sub-specialty backups available.
The Community
- Utica, New York, located in the Mohawk Valley, is a charming city blending history, culture, and community.
- Known for its diverse heritage, it offers landmarks like the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute and the Stanley Theatre, which hosts renowned performances.
- Food lovers appreciate Utica’s unique culinary scene, including iconic dishes like Utica greens and Chicken Riggies.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Erie Canalway Trail or nearby Adirondack Park for hiking, skiing, and camping.
- Seasonal weather showcases snowy winters, blossoming springs, vibrant autumns, and warm summers.
- Utica’s affordability, welcoming neighborhoods, and proximity to larger cities like Syracuse and Albany make it ideal for families and professionals.
- Sports fans can cheer on the Utica Comets, the city's AHL hockey team.
Benefits & Beyond*
Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.
- Superior Health Plan Options
- Dental, Vision, HSA, life and AD&D coverage, and more
- Partnership models allows a K-1 status pay structure, allowing high tax deductions
- Extraordinary 401K Plan with high tax reduction and faster balance growth
- Eligible to receive an Annual Profit Distribution/yearly cash bonus
- EAP, travel assistance, and identify theft included
- Student loan refinancing discounts
- Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees
We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.
Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.
*Visa status applicants benefits vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more details.
Applicants only. No agencies please.
The Licensed Practical Nurse – Specialty Office provides general nursing care to patients, families and caregivers in the Medical Group practices. The LPN assists and advocates for the patient and family’s health in support of the patient centered approach and delivery model of care, and is an active care team member. Responsible for collaborating with physicians/providers, registered professional nurses and multidisciplinary care team members. The Licensed Practical Nurse can perform tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health coaching, and supportive care under the direction of the registered professional nurse or licensed physician or licensed health care provider. Nursing shall be performed in accordance with the standards outlined for Licensed Practical Nurse in the NYS Education Law, NYS Office of the Professions, and by the State Nurse Practice Act. The Licensed Practical Nurse will follow the mission, vision, values, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System.
Core Job Responsibilities
- Gather patient measurements and collect patient data.
- Record and report patient findings.
- Prepare patient for patient examination and treatment.
- Assist specialty providers with examinations, treatments and procedures.
- Perform tasks within the framework of supportive care, under the clinical direction of a licensed health care provider or registered professional nurse.
- Support self-care, self- management and the established plan of care.
- Utilize standard precautions and practice at all times.
- Maintain equipment, supplies, inventory, and a safe and clean work environment.
- Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, mandatory in-services; reviewing publications and participating in department committee meetings or work groups.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives including continuing education, participation in system-wide and department specific teams.
- Maintain a cooperative relationship among the healthcare team by effectively communicating information.
- Respond to patient requests, communicates effectively to the licensed health care provider who can fulfill the patient request.
- Perform other duties as required.
Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED:
- Graduate of a practical nursing education program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED
- Current New York State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Basic Life Support Certification - must receive BLS certification within 6 weeks of hire date.
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Job Details
Req Id 95993
Department MG - SPEC - ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 8.00
FTE 1
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $22 - $33 Per Hour
The Licensed Practical Nurse – Specialty Office provides general nursing care to patients, families and caregivers in the Medical Group practices. The LPN assists and advocates for the patient and family’s health in support of the patient centered approach and delivery model of care, and is an active care team member. Responsible for collaborating with physicians/providers, registered professional nurses and multidisciplinary care team members. The Licensed Practical Nurse can perform tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health coaching, and supportive care under the direction of the registered professional nurse or licensed physician or licensed health care provider. Nursing shall be performed in accordance with the standards outlined for Licensed Practical Nurse in the NYS Education Law, NYS Office of the Professions, and by the State Nurse Practice Act. The Licensed Practical Nurse will follow the mission, vision, values, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System.
Core Job Responsibilities
- Gather patient measurements and collect patient data.
- Record and report patient findings.
- Prepare patient for patient examination and treatment.
- Assist specialty providers with examinations, treatments and procedures.
- Perform tasks within the framework of supportive care, under the clinical direction of a licensed health care provider or registered professional nurse.
- Support self-care, self- management and the established plan of care.
- Utilize standard precautions and practice at all times.
- Maintain equipment, supplies, inventory, and a safe and clean work environment.
- Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, mandatory in-services; reviewing publications and participating in department committee meetings or work groups.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives including continuing education, participation in system-wide and department specific teams.
- Maintain a cooperative relationship among the healthcare team by effectively communicating information.
- Respond to patient requests, communicates effectively to the licensed health care provider who can fulfill the patient request.
- Perform other duties as required.
Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED:
- Graduate of a practical nursing education program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED
- Current New York State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Basic Life Support Certification - must receive BLS certification within 6 weeks of hire date.
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Job Details
Req Id 96449
Department MV ENDO CTR
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 10.50
FTE 0.75
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR
Employee Status A2 - Regular 60 Hours
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $22 -$33 Per Hour
The Acute Registered Nurse provides acute dialysis care and treatment to patients within a hospital environment. This position performs duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse or Acute Manager, including assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians and Licensed Vocational Nurses. Acute nurses may report directly to an Acute Manager, Administrator or the first line of regional operational management which may be an Area Director, Regional Director, or Vice President of Operations, depending on the region/demographics.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.
GROWTH
· Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and rehospitalization.
· Ensure patient and treatment charge information and other related data are accurate and submitted appropriately.
· Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours.
· May participate in inventory management, including end-of-month inventory reporting and adherence to company purchasing protocols.
· Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs.
OUTCOMES
· Administer medications as ordered by the physician..
· Provide patient education and follow up as needed.
· Assist with program's target goals in meeting quality metrics for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals.
OPERATIONAL
READINESS
· Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements.
· Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, hospital policy, applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
· Complete water quality verification and equipment safety checks prior to each treatment, to include second verification as required.
· Complete pre and post treatment physical assessments.
· Complete pre and post Handoff Communication with hospital nurses.
· Initiate and terminate patient treatments to include connecting and disconnecting catheters and cleaning catheter sites.
· Set up dialysis machines; report machine problems to biomedical technician and/or Acute Manager as appropriate.
· Clean, disinfect and provide quality control of dialysis machines as required by policy and procedures.
· Participate in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as requested.
· Use personal protective equipment as necessary.
· Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures, as required by hospital.
OPERATIONAL
READINESS
(cont.)
· Demonstrate effective staffing based on acuity, skill mix and company guidelines.
· Ensure provision of dialysis related services such as Hemodialysis, Peritoneal dialysis, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) and Plasmapheresis (TPE) if contracted to do so.
· Participate in all surveys as required.
· Ensure nursing care is carried out as directed and treatment is administered in accordance with physician orders.
· Ensure appropriate and required information is documented in patient records.
· Inform Supervisor, Medical Director or Physician and Hospital Liaison of all incidents, conditions, and concerns related to patient care, staff and patient safety, and in accordance with company policy.
· Prepare and maintain dialysis machines and systems per policy: maintain dialysis records, prepare dialysis water treatment system for use according to established procedure and understand technical operations to troubleshoot problems independently.
· Notify Bio-Medical Technician regarding machine or water treatment malfunctions, values out of parameters and document as required.
PARTNERSHIPS
· Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician.
· Maintain collaborative working relationship with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other hospital healthcare professionals.
· Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
· Address patient concerns timely and professionally; following hospital policy.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT/ RETENTION
· Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend and complete all company and hospital required in-service and continuing education.
· May delegate tasks to competent licensed and unlicensed staff per applicable state practice act.
· Assist with staff training as requested.
· Lead staff in team concepts and promote a team effort.
Qualifications/Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include:
- Current RN license in applicable state or compact. License must be maintained as current and in good standing.
- 12 months or more current nursing experience preferred.
- Previous experience in providing nursing care to patients on dialysis preferred.
- CPR certification required with hospital approved program
- Ability to pass color screening.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
- Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.
- Ability to meet minimum hospital/agency hiring standards which may include additional background clearances and orientation requirements if applicable to the program assigned to for employment.
All Full Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
* Medical / Pharmacy
* Dental
* Vision
* Voluntary benefits
* 401k with employer match
* Virtual Care
* Life Insurance
* Voluntary Benefits
* PTO
All Part Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
* 401k with employer match
* PTO
The Acute Registered Nurse provides acute dialysis care and treatment to patients within a hospital environment. This position performs duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse or Acute Manager, including assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians and Licensed Vocational Nurses. Acute nurses may report directly to an Acute Manager, Administrator or the first line of regional operational management which may be an Area Director, Regional Director, or Vice President of Operations, depending on the region/demographics.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.
GROWTH
÷ Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and rehospitalization.
÷ Ensure patient and treatment charge information and other related data are accurate and submitted appropriately.
÷ Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours.
÷ May participate in inventory management, including end-of-month inventory reporting and adherence to company purchasing protocols.
÷ Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs.
OUTCOMES
÷ Administer medications as ordered by the physician..
÷ Provide patient education and follow up as needed.
÷ Assist with program's target goals in meeting quality metrics for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals.
OPERATIONAL
READINESS
÷ Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements.
÷ Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, hospital policy, applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
÷ Complete water quality verification and equipment safety checks prior to each treatment, to include second verification as required.
÷ Complete pre and post treatment physical assessments.
÷ Complete pre and post Handoff Communication with hospital nurses.
÷ Initiate and terminate patient treatments to include connecting and disconnecting catheters and cleaning catheter sites.
÷ Set up dialysis machines; report machine problems to biomedical technician and/or Acute Manager as appropriate.
÷ Clean, disinfect and provide quality control of dialysis machines as required by policy and procedures.
÷ Participate in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as requested.
÷ Use personal protective equipment as necessary.
÷ Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures, as required by hospital.
OPERATIONAL
READINESS
(cont.)
÷ Demonstrate effective staffing based on acuity, skill mix and company guidelines.
÷ Ensure provision of dialysis related services such as Hemodialysis, Peritoneal dialysis, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) and Plasmapheresis (TPE) if contracted to do so.
÷ Participate in all surveys as required.
÷ Ensure nursing care is carried out as directed and treatment is administered in accordance with physician orders.
÷ Ensure appropriate and required information is documented in patient records.
÷ Inform Supervisor, Medical Director or Physician and Hospital Liaison of all incidents, conditions, and concerns related to patient care, staff and patient safety, and in accordance with company policy.
÷ Prepare and maintain dialysis machines and systems per policy: maintain dialysis records, prepare dialysis water treatment system for use according to established procedure and understand technical operations to troubleshoot problems independently.
÷ Notify Bio-Medical Technician regarding machine or water treatment malfunctions, values out of parameters and document as required.
PARTNERSHIPS
÷ Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician.
÷ Maintain collaborative working relationship with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other hospital healthcare professionals.
÷ Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
÷ Address patient concerns timely and professionally; following hospital policy.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT/ RETENTION
÷ Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend and complete all company and hospital required in-service and continuing education.
÷ May delegate tasks to competent licensed and unlicensed staff per applicable state practice act.
÷ Assist with staff training as requested.
÷ Lead staff in team concepts and promote a team effort.
Qualifications/Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include:
- Current RN license in applicable state or compact. License must be maintained as current and in good standing.
- 12 months or more current nursing experience preferred.
- Previous experience in providing nursing care to patients on dialysis preferred.
- CPR certification required with hospital approved program
- Ability to pass color screening.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
- Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.
- Ability to meet minimum hospital/agency hiring standards which may include additional background clearances and orientation requirements if applicable to the program assigned to for employment.
All Full Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
* Medical / Pharmacy
* Dental
* Vision
* Voluntary benefits
* 401k with employer match
* Virtual Care
* Life Insurance
* Voluntary Benefits
* PTO
All Part Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
* 401k with employer match
* PTO
Mohawk Valley Health System(MVHS) is currently seeking BE/BC Neonatologist to join our established team. MVHS is located in Utica, New York- The Central part of the state. MVHS is dedicated to supporting our physicians and Advanced Practice Providers enabling them to deliver premier healthcare to our region, while keeping patients at the focus of all we do.
Position Highlights
- Work/Life Balance, with week on/week off schedule
- Excellent Benefits; Including Health, Vision and Dental Insurances along with 401K
- Private patient room Level-II plus NICU admitting infants down to 30weeks gestation.
- Approximately 200 admissions per year, an ADC of 7, and a census that can flex up to 13.
- In-house call room allows for either local or remote living opportunities.
- Perinatology and other pediatric subspecialties are available by consult, including pediatric cardiology. ROP exams performed by retinal specialist in house.
- Unit is supported by neonatal trained speech therapists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists; pediatric-certified echo techs; and lactation consultants
- Newborn nursery covered by pediatric hospitalists
Community Highlights
- Low cost of living
- Excellent real estate
- Rural and urban life within driving distance
- Safe, family-friendly communities
- Access to the Adirondack and Catskill mountain ranges
- Multi-cultural population
- Public and private schools
- Access to Boston, New York City and Canada
- Revitalized downtown
- Brand new, 374-bed state-of-the-art Level III hospital with a Level II NICU
MVHS is dedicated to supporting our physicians and practitioners, enabling them to deliver premier healthcare to our region, keeping our patients as the focus of all we do. MVHS strives to be the leading patient-centered medical and healing environment, the employer of choice and the pride of Central New York.
The MVHS Medical Group has 15 primary care locations. The group also provides services in many specialty areas including women’s and children’s health; general, cardiothoracic, vascular, orthopedic and neurological surgery; advanced endoscopy, wound care, bariatric, cardiovascular, comprehensive stroke, cancer, immune health, behavioral health, psychiatry and neurosciences, pulmonary critical care and urology.
MVHS serves Oneida, Herkimer and Madison counties with our flagship, Wynn Hospital, located in Utica, New York. The Utica area boasts one of the largest 15K road races in the nation (Boilermaker), 900 acres of city parks, a zoo, a large arts institute and museums, theaters, a sports/concert arena, numerous historical sites and entertainment options including the Turning Stone Resort Casino and the Utica Comets AHL hockey club. Also known as “the city that loves refugees,” Utica is home to more than 40 nationalities and offers extraordinary dining options that include Bosnian, Cambodian, Vietnamese, Italian, German, Caribbean and many more.
Utica is located near the foothills of the Adirondacks, which provides endless opportunities for outdoor activities including hiking, camping, boating, skiing and fishing. Nearby colleges, universities and a technology park provide employment opportunities for spouses and partners. Utica and the surrounding areas have plenty of affordable housing in safe, close-knit communities.
For confidential consideration please email your CV to our physician recruiter, Ally Hyde, at
Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary Behavioral Health team. This full-time, hospital-employed position offers the rewarding opportunity to care for a diverse patient population in a supportive, collaborative environment. The schedule is Monday-Friday, with openings in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with a NYS License. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Position Highlights
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with a wide range of psychiatric conditions
Provide medication management and coordinate care plans
Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including therapists, social workers, and primary care providers
Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives
Opportunity to see both adult and child/adolescent populations
Participate in shared call
Engage in medical education through supervision and teaching of psychiatry residents
Demonstrate quality in documentation
Must be on site
Community Highlights
Low cost of living
Excellent real estate
Rural and urban life within driving distance
Safe, family-friendly communities
Access to the Adirondack and Catskill mountain ranges
Multi-cultural population
Public and private schools
Access to Boston, New York City and Canada
Revitalized downtown
Newest hospital in New York State
MVHS is dedicated to supporting our physicians and practitioners, enabling them to deliver premier healthcare to our region, keeping our patients as the focus of all we do. MVHS strives to be the trusted healthcare system of choice through clinical quality, excellence in service and education, compassionate care, promotion of wellness and operational efficiency.
The MVHS Medical Group has 16 primary care locations. The group also provides services in many specialty areas including women’s and children’s health; general, cardiothoracic, vascular, orthopedic and neurological surgery; advanced endoscopy, wound care, bariatric, cardiovascular, comprehensive stroke, cancer, immune health, behavioral health, psychiatry and neurosciences, pulmonary critical care and urology.
MVHS serves Oneida, Herkimer and Madison counties with our flagship, Wynn Hospital, located in Utica, New York. The Utica area boasts one of the largest 15K road races in the nation (Boilermaker), 900 acres of city parks, a zoo, a large arts institute and museums, theaters, a sports/concert arena, numerous historical sites and entertainment options including the Turning Stone Resort Casino and the Utica Comets AHL hockey club. Also known as “the city that loves refugees,” Utica is home to more than 40 nationalities and offers extraordinary dining options that include Bosnian, Cambodian, Vietnamese, Italian, German, Caribbean and many more.
Utica is located near the foothills of the Adirondacks, which provides endless opportunities for outdoor activities including hiking, camping, boating, skiing and fishing. Nearby colleges, universities and a technology park provide employment opportunities for spouses and partners. Utica and the surrounding areas have plenty of affordable housing in safe, close-knit communities.
For confidential consideration please email your CV to our physician recruiter, Alexa Hammill, at
Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is seeking a Physician Advisor to join our team. The Physician Advisor collaborates with Care Managers and Attending Physicians to align on the level of care, patient billing status, and potential barriers to patient discharge. The Physician Advisor (PA) conducts clinical review of cases to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, hospitals objectives, and quality patient care while ensuring effective and efficient utilization of resources. The Physician Advisor guides the team to improve clinical and financial outcomes with documentation and clinical education.
Position Highlights
Educate and support physician documentation for appropriateness of admission and continued stay, severity, and morbidity/mortality
Review patient status when admission criteria is non-sufficient for admission
Monitor observation and the application of the 2nd Midnight across payor types (CMS regulation)
Perform concurrent review and escalation of cases not meeting criteria
Provide guidance and advisory services
Deliver support associated with palliative care, end-of-life-care and hospice
Track and trend outcome Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for financial and compliance best practice results. Provide individual education based on trends and regulatory changes
Must be onsite
Community Highlights
Low cost of living
Excellent real estate
Rural and urban life within driving distance
Safe, family-friendly communities
Access to the Adirondack and Catskill mountain ranges
Multi-cultural population
Public and private schools
Access to Boston, New York City and Canada
Revitalized downtown
Newest hospital in New York State
MVHS is dedicated to supporting our physicians and practitioners, enabling them to deliver premier healthcare to our region, keeping our patients as the focus of all we do. MVHS strives to be the trusted healthcare system of choice through clinical quality, excellence in service and education, compassionate care, promotion of wellness and operational efficiency.
The MVHS Medical Group has 16 primary care locations. The group also provides services in many specialty areas including women’s and children’s health; general, cardiothoracic, vascular, orthopedic and neurological surgery; advanced endoscopy, wound care, bariatric, cardiovascular, comprehensive stroke, cancer, immune health, behavioral health, psychiatry and neurosciences, pulmonary critical care and urology.
MVHS serves Oneida, Herkimer and Madison counties with our flagship, Wynn Hospital, located in Utica, New York. The Utica area boasts one of the largest 15K road races in the nation (Boilermaker), 900 acres of city parks, a zoo, a large arts institute and museums, theaters, a sports/concert arena, numerous historical sites and entertainment options including the Turning Stone Resort Casino and the Utica Comets AHL hockey club. Also known as “the city that loves refugees,” Utica is home to more than 40 nationalities and offers extraordinary dining options that include Bosnian, Cambodian, Vietnamese, Italian, German, Caribbean and many more.
Utica is located near the foothills of the Adirondacks, which provides endless opportunities for outdoor activities including hiking, camping, boating, skiing and fishing. Nearby colleges, universities and a technology park provide employment opportunities for spouses and partners. Utica and the surrounding areas have plenty of affordable housing in safe, close-knit communities.
For confidential consideration please email your CV to our physician recruiter, Alexa Hammill, at
Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is seeking a Physician Advisor to join our team. The Physician Advisor collaborates with Care Managers and Attending Physicians to align on the level of care, patient billing status, and potential barriers to patient discharge. The Physician Advisor (PA) conducts clinical review of cases to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, hospitals objectives, and quality patient care while ensuring effective and efficient utilization of resources. The Physician Advisor guides the team to improve clinical and financial outcomes with documentation and clinical education.
Position Highlights
Educate and support physician documentation for appropriateness of admission and continued stay, severity, and morbidity/mortality
Review patient status when admission criteria is non-sufficient for admission
Monitor observation and the application of the 2nd Midnight across payor types (CMS regulation)
Perform concurrent review and escalation of cases not meeting criteria
Provide guidance and advisory services
Deliver support associated with palliative care, end-of-life-care and hospice
Track and trend outcome Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for financial and compliance best practice results. Provide individual education based on trends and regulatory changes
Must be onsite
Community Highlights
Low cost of living
Excellent real estate
Rural and urban life within driving distance
Safe, family-friendly communities
Access to the Adirondack and Catskill mountain ranges
Multi-cultural population
Public and private schools
Access to Boston, New York City and Canada
Revitalized downtown
Newest hospital in New York State
MVHS is dedicated to supporting our physicians and practitioners, enabling them to deliver premier healthcare to our region, keeping our patients as the focus of all we do. MVHS strives to be the trusted healthcare system of choice through clinical quality, excellence in service and education, compassionate care, promotion of wellness and operational efficiency.
The MVHS Medical Group has 16 primary care locations. The group also provides services in many specialty areas including women’s and children’s health; general, cardiothoracic, vascular, orthopedic and neurological surgery; advanced endoscopy, wound care, bariatric, cardiovascular, comprehensive stroke, cancer, immune health, behavioral health, psychiatry and neurosciences, pulmonary critical care and urology.
MVHS serves Oneida, Herkimer and Madison counties with our flagship, Wynn Hospital, located in Utica, New York. The Utica area boasts one of the largest 15K road races in the nation (Boilermaker), 900 acres of city parks, a zoo, a large arts institute and museums, theaters, a sports/concert arena, numerous historical sites and entertainment options including the Turning Stone Resort Casino and the Utica Comets AHL hockey club. Also known as “the city that loves refugees,” Utica is home to more than 40 nationalities and offers extraordinary dining options that include Bosnian, Cambodian, Vietnamese, Italian, German, Caribbean and many more.
Utica is located near the foothills of the Adirondacks, which provides endless opportunities for outdoor activities including hiking, camping, boating, skiing and fishing. Nearby colleges, universities and a technology park provide employment opportunities for spouses and partners. Utica and the surrounding areas have plenty of affordable housing in safe, close-knit communities.
For confidential consideration please email your CV to our physician recruiter, Alexa Hammill, at
The Registered Nurse promotes and restores patient's health by completing the nursing process: collaborating with Physicians and multidisciplinary team members: providing support to patients, visitors and families. Responsible for assessing, planning, promoting and evaluating quality patient care. The Registered Nurse provides teaching to patients, families and the public. The Registered Nurse will follow the mission, vision, values, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System.
Core Job Responsibilities
- Identify patient care requirements establishing personal rapport with patients and families and understanding of plan of care throughout the patient’s experience.
- Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends and families.
- Promote patient independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends and family to understand disease process, medications, and self-care skills, and provide time to answer questions.
- Assure quality care by adhering to therapeutic standards measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending adjustments to the patient’s needs.
- The nurse is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimum patient care.
- Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements following manufacturer’s instructions troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs; maintaining equipment, inventories, and evaluating equipment and techniques.
- Protect patients, employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and controlled substance regulations. Utilize universal precautions and practice at all times.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care staff.
- Document patient care service by charting in patients’ medical records accurately and timely in accordance with licensure and regulatory/hospital standards.
- Maintain continuity of care with the nursing team by communicating plan of care and follow through with multidisciplinary team ensuring that patient administration of care for all services provided are organized, planned and delivered.
- Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
- Maintain nursing supplies inventory checking stock to determine inventory and PAR level; anticipating needs supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies; using equipment and supplies; using equipment to accomplish job.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, mandatory in-services; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
- The nurse participates in the advancement of the profession through contributions to practice, education, administration, and knowledge development.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives including continuing education, participation in hospital-wide and unit specific teams, identifying nursing practice areas for quality improvement and safe outcomes.
- Maintain a cooperative relationship among the healthcare team by communicating information; responding to request; building rapport; participating in team problem solving.
- Provide service excellence to patients and their families/visitors that meets or exceeds patient expectations through offering empathetic and compassionate patient-centered care.
- Professionally manage patient and family/visitor needs and concerns using AIDET and positive service recovery methods.
- Respond to patient requests and makes active referrals to subject matter expert/decision maker who can fulfill the patient request
- Provide culturally sensitive care.
- Meet all MVHS and department competencies and training requirements.
- Perform other duties as required.
Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED:
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an associate’s degree.
PREFERRED:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program or higher degree.
- One or more years of experience in related setting.
Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED:
- Current New York State licensure as a Registered Nurse
PREFERRED:
- Basic Life Support certification.
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Job Details
Req Id 97014
Department INTENSIVE REHAB UNIT
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 12.50
FTE 0.6
Work Schedule NYSNA - 12 HR
Employee Status A5 - Regular Part-Time (975 hours per year or more)
Union 2004 - NYSNA
Pay Range $40.19 - $56.51 Per Hour
