Hospitalist Physician Assistant

Locums - Potsdam, New York, NP/PA Hospitalist Opening

Clinical RoleRecruitWell is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a locums Hospitalist opportunity in Potsdam, New York. This role focuses on providing inpatient medical care to acutely ill adult patients with a broad range of medical conditions. ICU experience is required.

Assignment Details

• Start: January 6, 2027
  
• Assignment length: 26 weeks
  
• 14 shifts per month
  
• 7 days on / 7 days off
  
• Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  
• Candidates must be willing to work the 7-on / 7-off schedule
  

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

• Provide general medical care to hospitalized adult patients
  
• Evaluate patients upon admission
  
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of acute medical conditions
  
• Coordinate inpatient care
  
• Order and interpret diagnostic testing, laboratory studies, and imaging
  
• Communicate with patients regarding treatment plans
  
• Coordinate with primary care physicians during and after hospitalization
  
• Complete timely clinical documentation
  

Patient Volume & Acuity

• Adult, acutely ill patient population
  
• Approximately 10-15 patients per provider
  
• 109-bed facility
  

Support & Technology

• 1 physician
  
• 1 Nurse Practitioner
  
• 1 LPN
  
• Automated medication dispensing system: Pyxis
  
• EMR: Epic
  

Requirements

• Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  
• Board Certified Hospitalist required
  
• Active New York license required
  
• AHA BLS required
  
• AHA ACLS required
  
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required
  
• Residents and fellows will not be considered
  

About Potsdam, New YorkLocation & Access: Potsdam is located in northern New York near the Canadian border, with access to communities throughout the North Country and St. Lawrence River region.

Lifestyle & Community: The area offers a small-town atmosphere with a strong college presence, local restaurants, shops, and community events.

Outdoor Recreation: Northern New York provides access to lakes, rivers, trails, forests, and year-round activities including hiking, fishing, boating, skiing, and snowmobiling.

Attractions: Potsdam offers cultural and educational amenities, scenic North Country destinations, and convenient access to the Adirondack region.

Quality of Life: The area combines a quieter pace of life with strong community connections and abundant outdoor recreation.

What RecruitWell Provides

• A+ rated malpractice coverage
  
• Weekly direct deposit
  
• 24/7 dedicated recruiter support
  
• Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
  
• Prepaid travel and lodging
  

RecruitWell's Core Values

• Open communication
  
• Sense of urgency
  
• Teamwork
  
• Accountability
  
• Driven to win
  
• Higher consciousness