# Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Hospital Medicine at UAB Medicine > Open job at UAB Medicine in Birmingham, United States. Workplace: On-site. Source: Nurse Jobs World, https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/uab-medicine-nurse-practitioner-or-physician-assistant-hospital-medicine-dxgz5pp Posted 10 November 2026. Last checked on the employer's career site: 12 November 2026. ## Facts - Company: [UAB Medicine](https://nursejobsworld.com/companies/uab-medicine) - Location: Birmingham, United States - Workplace: On-site - Employment type: Part-time - Local language: Not required - Not mentioned in the job post: salary, visa sponsorship, relocation, where you can apply from ## Job description ### Position Overview **Incentives:** $10,000 annual stipend (paid monthly) may be available; $2,000 allowance per year for CME opportunities **Shifts:** 12-hour shifts, 7 shifts per month; dedicated PM hours **Schedules:** 6 p.m. - 6 a.m. **Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include:** robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more. ### Job Highlights Our Hospitalist Medicine Team is seeking motivated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our dynamic and growing team. We are a 100% inpatient service offering exposure to a diverse and complex patient population across a variety of medical conditions. The APP will be a part of a supportive and collaborative group of physicians and APPs committed to high-quality care. The following APP certifications may be considered for this role: Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. This role includes weekends and holidays; and the option to pick up extra shifts. ### Job Description To provide medical care and treatment within established scope of practice to acute care services and emergency medicine patients as assigned by and under the direction of the collaborating physician (Section 610-X-5 of the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code) or under supervision of a Board-Certified Physician (Section 540-X-7 of the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners Administrative Code). The collaborating physician shall be available for direct communication for consultation and referral or arrange for the same medical coverage by a physician who is pre-approved by the State Board of Medical Examiners in the same manner as the collaborating physician of record. To coordinate plan of care, discharge and specialty referrals as appropriate to meet the age specific needs of the patient. To plan and coordinate health care education for patient, family and other health care providers as needed. To perform comprehensive physical examinations and assessments. To interpret, analyze and evaluate patient’s medical record and social data. To perform and/or assist the physician with procedures per collaborative agreement. To coordinate and participate in performance improvement activities. Key Duties & Responsibilities 1. Based on thorough physical and psychosocial patient assessments, formulates and implements comprehensive patient care plans focused on surgical interventions. Plans include patient and family education, prescriptions, additional lab and diagnostic testing, and therapies. 2. Ensures complete documentation of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided. 3. Orders and interprets laboratory and other diagnostic tests for the patient. 4. Maintains records and reports as required by regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission (TJC). May coordinate and/or participate in performance and quality improvement activities. 5. May assist in the coordination of research protocols, serving as a patient advocate and a liaison between the patient and other health care providers. 6. Provides assistance in orientation and/or training of new clinical personnel as needed. Provides educational information by conducting workshops, in-service training and distributing appropriate materials for patients and staff. 7. Serves as the expert clinical resource to clinical staff and patients in the area of specialty. 8. Provides a safe environment for patients and others. 9. Demonstrates a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth. 10. Performs other duties as assigned. ### Qualifications Master's degree in Nursing with an Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification or graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Licenses / Certifications / Registrations: Currently certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) with Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) Specialty by the Alabama Board of Nursing or licensed as a Physician Assistant by the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners with certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants required. Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA), and/or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) may be required. ### Why Work at UAB Medicine We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by _U.S. News & World Report_ and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama. UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff. ## How to apply Apply on the job page, https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/uab-medicine-nurse-practitioner-or-physician-assistant-hospital-medicine-dxgz5pp: its Apply button opens the employer's own application page. ## More jobs from UAB Medicine - [RN - Assistant Nurse Manager - Acute Care MedSurg - PM (753)](https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/uab-medicine-rn-assistant-nurse-manager-acute-care-medsurg-pm-753-b16erol): UAB Medicine, Birmingham, United States. On-site. Salary: $37–53 / hour. Posted 11 November 2026. - [RN- Registered Nurse - CVICU PRN - Days](https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/uab-medicine-rn-registered-nurse-cvicu-prn-days-jbldbq9): UAB Medicine, Birmingham, United States. On-site. 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