NP/PA HOSPITALIST in Vermont: 5 on/10 off schedule - Work, Live & Thrive in the Top-Ranked State

St. Albans, Vermont: We seek an experienced NURSE PRACTITIONER or PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT to join the HOSPITALIST team in a nonprofit, state-of-the-art 70-bed hospital in this desirable New England community 30 minutes north of Burlington. This hospital is recognized as a Top Community Hospital with excellent patient satisfaction.

Your schedule will be day shift, 5 DAYS ON/10 DAYS OFF, 7 am to 7 pm, practicing alongside a Physician Hospitalist. This 0.7 FTE role comes with a prorated salary and FULL HOSPITAL BENEFITS. This is an adults-only service, so candidates trained in family medicine and/or internal medicine are welcome. This is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Join a dedicated inpatient team caring for adult patients on the Medical/Surgical and Intensive Care Units, including a 34-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU) that combines ICU, step-down, and Med/Surg care. Clinical problems include health maintenance, common acute illnesses, management of stable chronic disease, and patient and family education. You will provide diagnosis, treatment, consultation, and follow-up for hospitalized patients under the supervision of the Medical Director of the Hospitalist Program. Responsibilities include performing histories and physicals, ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic studies, developing and adjusting treatment plans, prescribing medications, coordinating referrals, and documenting all care in the electronic health record.

The hospital features new, all-private inpatient rooms and affiliations with two academic medical centers, one for specialty referrals and the other providing 24/7 Tele-ICU support through A/V-enabled ICU suites. Emergency care is available around the clock, with strong specialty backup.

Compensation and Benefits

You will earn a highly competitive income based on your level of experience, with benefits that include:

• Relocation assistance
• Cash sign-on bonus
• Student loan assistance
• Paid liability insurance with tail coverage
• Health and dental insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid leave plus a budget for CME
• Participation in a retirement plan

Vermont: The Best Place to Live and Work
Vermont is ranked as the #1 Safest State in the US (based on crime, safety, emergency preparedness, etc.) and is also #1 in the nation for Quality of Life (2025), in part due to environmental quality, health care, and overall livability. For families, Vermont offers excellent education and health metrics. The state has the #5 public school system and the lowest student–teacher ratio in the country, and it ranks among the Healthiest States in the US. All this supports a top-tier lifestyle with easy access to the outdoors.

St. Albans: A Scenic and Welcoming City
Located on Lake Champlain, St. Albans offers small-city charm with convenient amenities. Home to 14,000 residents (55,000 county-wide), it features locally owned restaurants, specialty shops, and annual events such as the Vermont Maple Festival. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy boating, hiking, and biking, including the Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail, a 26-mile path connecting St. Albans to Richford. The city is an hour from several ski areas. Housing options range from in-town apartments and townhouses to country homes with acreage. St. Albans is about one hour from Montreal, three hours from Albany, and four hours from Boston.

Quality of Life and Family-Friendly Living
St. Albans offers expansive green spaces, including Taylor Park, one of Vermont’s largest downtown greens, and a community recreation area with trails for hiking, snowshoeing, and skiing. The combination of accessible outdoor recreation, welcoming neighborhoods, and good local schools supports a comfortable lifestyle for individuals and families alike.

Nearby Burlington: A Vibrant Hub
Just a short drive south, Burlington (Vermont’s largest city) offers higher education through the University of Vermont and Champlain College, along with a rich mix of arts, dining, and shopping. The Church Street Marketplace anchors the downtown with more than 100 shops and restaurants. Burlington is regularly cited as one of New England’s most desirable small cities, especially for families who value culture, education, and access to the outdoors.

Contact us today to learn more about this lifestyle-friendly position.