Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) – Full Time Clinical Hospital Based Role - Pulmonology

Frederick Health Frederick, MD 21701, US

Frederick Health Medical Group (FHMG), a highly respected 160+ provider, multi-specialty medical group, is seeking a dedicated Advance Practice Provider (APP)—Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant—to join our growing, mission-driven organization. This role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license in a collaborative, team-based care environment, providing high-quality care to patients across the hospital setting with continuity through community outpatient follow-up.

If you are an APP who values teamwork, clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and professional growth, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while being supported by a strong physician partnership and an established health system.

About the Role

The Advanced Practice Provider serves as a trusted clinician and clinical resource, delivering high-quality care through comprehensive patient evaluation, treatment, education, and follow-up. Working closely with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams, the APP ensures continuity of care from hospital encounters through outpatient communication and coordination.

This role blends clinical autonomy with strong team support and offers meaningful involvement in quality improvement, patient experience, and care coordination initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive patient care including histories, physical exams, diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment plans
Counsel and educate patients and families using clear, compassionate, and culturally sensitive communication
Coordinate care across inpatient and outpatient settings to support continuity and optimal outcomes
Order and interpret appropriate labs, imaging, and consults with attention to quality, safety, and cost
Collaborate within a Care Team model to support high-risk patients, care planning, and self-management
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews, and workflow enhancements
Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)

Required Qualifications

Education & Licensure

Nurse Practitioner: Master’s degree from an accredited nursing program
Physician Assistant: Graduation from an accredited PA program
Active Maryland license (or ability to obtain)
Current DEA license and Maryland Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) license
Current BLS certification (American Heart Association or approved provider)
Unrestricted license with no history of suspension or revocation
Eligible for participation with all payers

Skills & Experience

Prior experience in Pulmonology sub-specialty or acute care preferred
Strong clinical judgment and commitment to evidence-based practice
Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR experience preferred)
Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities
Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently while thriving in a team-based environment

Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY

Frederick Health offers PRN staff the ability to save for their retirement needs through the 403B retirement plan which includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions.

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. The pay range may also vary based on specialty if applicable. Salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

CDS

CPR/BLS

CRNP

DEA

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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