Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) - Emergency ...

Heywood HealthcareGardner & Athol, MassachusettsHeywood Healthcare is seeking a skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join our Emergency Medicine team at Heywood Hospital in Gardner, MA and Athol Hospital in Athol, MA. This is an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality emergency care in a collaborative, community-based setting within a respected independent healthcare system serving North Central Massachusetts.Heywood Healthcare is a community-owned system that includes a 134-bed acute care hospital in Gardner, a 25-bed critical access hospital in Athol, outpatient practices, and specialty services across the region. Our organization is known for its collegial culture, accessible leadership, and commitment to maintaining strong local access to emergency and specialty care.About the Emergency DepartmentsHeywood Hospital - Gardner, MA134-bed acute care hospitalBusy community Emergency Department with consistent patient volumeStrong specialty backup and hospitalist supportModern facilities with a team-based care modelAthol Hospital - Athol, MA25-bed Critical Access HospitalCommunity-focused Emergency DepartmentLower-volume environment offering autonomy within a supportive teamIdeal for providers who value meaningful patient relationships and broad-scope practiceAPPs practice collaboratively across the system with physician oversight and strong nursing support, allowing providers to practice at the top of their license.Position HighlightsPractice in a busy community emergency departmentPhysician-led, team-based model with experienced Emergency Medicine physicians and APPsOpportunity to practice at the top of licenseSupportive leadership focused on quality, safety, and provider well-beingFull-time schedule: 11 twelve-hour shifts per monthResponsibilitiesEvaluate, diagnose, and manage patients presenting with a broad range of emergency conditionsPerform procedures consistent with training and scope of practiceCollaborate with Emergency Medicine physicians, nursing staff, and consultantsDocument care in the electronic medical record and adhere to quality and safety standardsQualificationsCertified Nurse Practitioner or Physician AssistantMinimum of 1 year of experience in one or more of the following:Emergency Department practice as an APPUrgent Care practice as an APPPrior clinical experience as a ParamedicEligible for Massachusetts licensureBLS and ACLS required (PALS preferred or willingness to obtain)Strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skillsCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive compensation packageEarned Time Off (ETO)Malpractice insurance provided403(b) retirement plan with employer matchCME time off and annual CME allowanceComprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceRural designation site - eligible for federal and state loan forgiveness programsIf you are seeking a meaningful Emergency Medicine role in a stable, mission-driven community healthcare system with strong team culture and leadership support, we would welcome the opportunity to connect.Contact :Amanda LaFalamDirector of Provider Recruitment & ://

Created: 2026-05-02