Advanced Practice Prov Fellow - Emergency Medicine

Carilion Medical Center; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider Fellow (APPF) in Emergency Medicine for a 12-month fellowship. This full-time program provides structured training under physician supervision in a Level 1 Trauma Center, with hands-on patient care and simulation lab activities.

Under supervision, APPFs perform exams, manage acute conditions, assist with procedures, and participate in rounds.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license.
• DEA licensure. BLS, ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Under physician supervision, provide patient care and support in a Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Pass monthly core competency assessments and participate in rounds and simulation lab exercises.
• Identify patient health status, perform exams, manage acute health problems, and initiate treatment plans.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program

Job description

Employment Status:

Full time Shift: Any Day, Any Shift (United States of America) Facility: 1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke Requisition Number: R163247 Advanced Practice Prov Fellow - Emergency Medicine (Open)

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

This is Carilion Clinic ... An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected, and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious. Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award-winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute. Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.

The Advanced Practice Provider Fellow (APPF) serves as a member of a collaborative health team made up of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nursing staff, technicians and various support personnel. Under general physician supervision, provides quality service in a caring and professional manner, actively supporting team efforts to ensure cost effectiveness and service excellence. Demonstrates knowledge and competency of core skills, related to assigned area, that serves as a basis for continued growth and progression of skills and pace.

Passes monthly core competency assessments, participates in lecture and ground rounds, proficient in simulation lab exercises and demonstrates patient care skills commiserate with working in a Level 1 Trauma Center.

The APPF role is applicable for a 12-month period.

Identifies patient's health and medical status through taking of health histories; performs physical examinations; initiates screening and diagnostic procedures; manages minor trauma and acute health problems; health maintenance and clinical management of stable chronically ill patients.

Participates in a 12-month intense training program consisting of patient care in a Level 1 Trauma Center, simulation lab training, off service rotations and rotations to community hospital's emergency departments.

Attends Emergency Medicine grand rounds and lectures, develops beginner and advanced skills in intubation, wound care, Central line and CT insertion. Becomes proficient in basic ultrasound diagnostic abilities.

Conducts necessary steps to obtain comprehensive health history. Performs basic physical, psychological and developmental assessments using the techniques of observation, inspection, auscultation, percussion and palpation.

Identifies normal and abnormal physical, psychological and developmental findings and appropriately determines when to consult and/or refer the patient to other members of the health care team.

Assess, diagnoses, and manages selected acute and chronic illnesses and conditions. Performs or requests laboratory/radiology procedures and/or other screening tests based on age, health history and health assessment. Analyzes and interprets these and other health data. Initiates and implements appropriate treatment plan using established protocols or physician consultation. Administers medications and injections as needed.

Utilizes automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. Records assessment findings, documents response to these findings. Documents patient information including, but not limited to treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, patient concerns.

Coordinates necessary appointments and referrals, including the use of community resources, as the patient's health status dictates.

Consults with physician, as appropriate, keeping physician informed of needs and problems related to patient care.

Works collaboratively with physicians and other health care providers. Maintains open and supportive communications between all department members and other employees, patients and their family members.

Continues professional development.

What We Require:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program
• Experience: 0
• Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license. DEA licensure. AHA BLS, ACLS certification.
• Other Minimum Qualifications: 0

Compensation Range:

$68,640.00 - $68,640.00 Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal emp