Mass General Brigham·Northampton, Massachusetts
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will perform patient evaluations, monitor progress, and coordinate care plans in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams. They are also responsible for managing discharges, performing bedside procedures, and providing cross-coverage for admissions.
Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, Inc.
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With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts.
With a broad network of providers and facilities serving the Pioneer Valley, our services span a spectrum of medical and surgical needs, diagnostic care, rehabilitation, social work, behavioral health, and other critical needs of the community.
The Cooley Dickinson Hospital has a medical staff of approximately 500 active members (physicians and advanced practice clinicians).
The system is comprised of the Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Cooley Dickinson Medical Group, as well as a VNA and Hospice.
We pride ourselves on being a progressive, empowering employer, and a place for everyone.
The Cooley Dickinson culture is built on living the values of our organization.
Every employee is valued, no matter what professional function.
Come work where you can make a difference every day, with opportunities for growth and development, in a great place to call home!
Our Hospital Medicine Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) work collaboratively with physicians, consultants, nurses, case managers, and rehabilitation teams to deliver high-quality, efficient care to hospitalized patients. In this role, the NP/PA will round in the morning, provide cross-coverage for admissions throughout the shift, and, at times, serve as a first responder for rapid response assessments. This is an excellent opportunity to practice at the top of your license in a collegial, supportive environment with a high degree of autonomy.
We are seeking a part-time (20-hour) NP or PA to join our Hospital Medicine team at the Cooley Dickinson Main Campus (30 Locust St, Northampton, MA). This is a day shift position (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) with shared weekend and holiday coverage.
The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials Physician Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred
Work Location: 30 Locust Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
$122,803.20 - $173,867.20/Annual
Grade: 7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization.
Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors.
The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.
In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.
We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
1920 Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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Candidates must hold a Master's degree and be a licensed Physician Assistant. Prior experience in inpatient medicine and familiarity with Epic EMR are strongly preferred.
Market context
Advanced-practice openings in Massachusetts often reflect steady demand in long-term care and skilled nursing settings, where licensed NPs, PAs, and physicians can support complex patient needs. These roles are competitive because employers usually want an active Massachusetts license plus recent facility experience, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. If you are applying, confirm your license status and highlight any long-term care or SNF experience clearly in your resume.