University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a physician-led, internationally recognized healthcare system offering uniquely rewarding careers in major Maryland marketplaces. Create your future in a healthcare setting that is right for you and your practice. Become part of something greater by applying your experience, input, and leadershipas a clinician and healthcare expert.

• Join a multifaceted team that covers the surgical critical care and medical intermediate care units.
  • Primary role as a neurocritical care Advanced Practice Practitioner working six (6) 13-hour days shifts in a two-week pay period.
  • Will have the opportunity to cross cover other APP lead service lines.
• Evaluate and address medical problems specific to critical care,
• Be competent in ventilator management,
• Effectively request consultation of other specialties when indicated,
• Create diagnostically appropriate treatment plans,
• Document all medical evaluation, history, physical, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, and referrals consistent with The Joint Commission, state regulatory standards, and evidence-based standards of care. Maintains documentation compliant coding and billing.
• Function professionally on an interdisciplinary team,
• Utilizes appropriate chain-of-command and communicates with specialties, APP directors, and medical director.
• Competent in ultra-sound guided procedures including Central line placement, arterial line placement, US-guided IV placement; training provided during onboarding.

• Other procedures include chest tube placement, thoracentesis, paracentesis, Impala management, balloon pump management.
• Cross-cover additional services as experience permits.
• Demonstrates competence and skill in required tasks and procedures.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in required subspecialty.
  • Completes at least 50 hours of Category I CME every two years. Including 32 hours of trauma related CME.
  • Performs according to Maryland BOP standards and expanded job description procedural protocols.
• Facilitates excellence in quality assurance and the delivery of patient care as part of our High Reliability Organization.
  • Provides optimal quality of patient care while following safety guidelines,
  • Contributes to cohesive group relations; uses open communication to resolve problems in and between departments.
  • Demonstrates commitment to professional department and organizational core values
  • Follows Capital Region Healths High Reliability Organization principles of patient safety, zero harm, professionalism, and mutual respect for patients, families, and coworkers.
• Participates in APP Council meetings, Neuroscience team meetings, APP and Neuroscience team educational opportunities, and other learning opportunities as they arise.
• Engages in leadership activities including but not limited to APP representation on committees, training and education of other APPs, or specific event or team

• PAs: Bachelors degree, graduation from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program, and certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physicians Assistants are required. Candidate must hold an active Maryland license through the Maryland Board of Physicians.

• NPs: Bachelors degree, RN experience, and completion of Acute Nurse Practitioner degree. Candidate must hold an active Maryland license through the Maryland Board of Nursing.

• One year of surgical, emergency, or critical care experience is preferred.
• Credentialing must be obtained from UM Capital Region Healths Medical Staff Office and maintenance of BLS /ACLS certification is required. ATLS and FCCS certifications are preferred.
• Salary is commensurate with clinical experience.

As a UMMS provider, you can expect:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Generous paid time off
• CME hours and CME allowance
• Retirement plan - 403-B with employer match

Be part of a rich tradition of Medicine while shaping the future of care delivery.


We are not accepting inquiries or solicitations from 3rd party recruiters/search firms.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

To apply please use the link below:

https://us.smrtr.io/3JsWC