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Posted 02 August, 2026

Emergency Medicine, ER & Hospitalist NP/PA | 7 On/7 Off | Independent Practice | Low Patient Volume

KUMC Rural Health Education and Service
Meade, KS, US Full Time

Job Description

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Our partner, a 20-bed critical access hospital in Southwest Kansas, is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide emergency room and inpatient care within their hospital system. If you are a provider who loves variety and flexibility, this is the perfect opportunity to practice independently in strong collaboration with the hospital medical director.

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Highlights

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  • Independent provider role
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  • Low patient volume
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  • Variety of care and flexibility
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  • Relocation assistance available
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Schedule

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  • 7 on/7 off schedule
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  • Wednesday to Wednesday rotation
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  • Physician backup available by phone
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  • Providers alternate Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays
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  • EMR: TruBridge (CPSI)
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Benefits

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  • 7 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually; unused PTO paid out annually
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  • Holiday bonus for worked holidays
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  • 5 CME days plus $3,000 CME allowance
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  • 75% of Health Insurance premium paid
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  • $500 professional membership allowance
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  • Retirement plan with 9% employer contribution
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  • DEA and License fees reimbursed
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  • Employer paid clinical certifications
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  • Loan repayment may be considered for qualified candidates
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Responsibilities

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  • Combination of ER and inpatient care
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  • Evaluate and treat emergency department patients
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  • Provide daily rounding and inpatient management and care
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  • Manage outpatient, observation, acute and swing bed patients
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  • Collaborate with nursing staff and physician leadership
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Qualifications

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  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN); and/or completion of a recognized Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, required
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  • Or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate program (PA-C), required
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  • 3+ years of emergency room experience, preferred
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  • Eligible or active Kansas APRN or PA licensure
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  • BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification ( or ability to obtain)
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