PAT Lead APP; Physician Assistant​/Nurse Practitioner

Location & Hospital Details

• 635‑bed hospital, largest in region, 1,200 medical staff members
• Level 1 Trauma Center;
  Certified Chest Pain Center;
  Certified Stroke Center
• Magnet recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (only 6% of U.S. hospitals)
• Comprehensive Stroke Care Center and Thrombectomy Capable Center
• Psychiatric Hospital with a Behavioral Health Pavilion for ED transport

Akron, OH offers quick access to Cleveland, Columbus, and Pittsburgh, and a vibrant arts and culture scene.

US Acute Care Solutions is a physician‑owned acute care group. Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners work side‑by‑side with physicians and receive leadership support.

• Care for patients and build reliable, high‑performing APP clinicians within the Physician‑APP team.
• Lead all PAT APPs at Summa PAT sites.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director, hospitalist physicians, anesthesia team, nursing leadership, and hospital medical staff to evolve a high‑quality care delivery model.
• Create an inclusive work environment, offering recognition, performance coaching, career guidance, and a talent pipeline.

• $33,000 incentive units after 2 years of employment and completion of the USACS APP Academy.
• Industry‑leading, practice‑funded 401(k).
• $2,500 annual tax‑free CME/BEA ($4,500 first year with USACS).
• 100% paid parental leave for all new parents.
• Paid leave for military deployments.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability (own occupation).
• Unmatched medical malpractice coverage, including tail and free litigation support; claims less than half the national average.
• Location flexibility—careers nationwide.
• Clinical guidance from the National Clinical Governance Board.
• Evidence‑based Clinical Management Tools and 24/7 physician support.
• Dedicated clinician advocates and concierge‑style service.
• Professional development:
  Scholars leadership training, Efficiency Academy, Provider Engagement & Patient Experience Academy.