On-Call contract negotiations

[kadphilly]

My contract is up for renewal next year, and I have been told that on-call duties will now be expected for myself and the other 2 NP's in my primary care peds office.

The call will be every 6th weekend, with the expectation to see patients on that Saturday for 4 hours, and one weeknight every 2 weeks. Its not a lot, but I have taken call at my first job and I know how disruptive it can be to your life.

Can anyone share their experiences on how a salary should be structured with the addition of call?

[Jules A, MSN]

You have two different things to consider. The weeknight call portion plus the weekend onsite work plus call which in my opinion should be compensated at a higher rate. I don't shy away from it because I think it shortens the divide between NP and MD providers however it is is extremely disruptive so I require what I consider exceptional reimbursement. I'd find out what the physicians in the practice make and aim for that as you will be doing the exact same thing.