Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP/PA-C) Kidney Stone Center - UWMC Northwest

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington's Department of Urology seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP/PA-C) for a full-time, 12-month Teaching Associate appointment at UW Medical Center Northwest Campus. Anticipated start as early as Summer 2026.

Pay is issued for 11 months over the 12-month period with one month of paid time off. Responsibilities include providing advanced practice care, ordering tests, performing exams, prescribing treatments and medications, coordinating with the care team, teaching

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN licensure or licensure as a PA in Washington State.
• Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or graduate of an accredited PA program.
• Nationally certified ARNP or PA-C with DEA.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced practice care within scope of practice for Urology inpatients and outpatients.
• Order, initiate and perform testing appropriate to presenting complaints.
• Perform comprehensive physical exams including focused Urology exam as appropriate.
• Prescribe and/or institute treatment plans based on assessments and diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications as needed.
• Coordinate/collaborate with physicians and other health care professionals to meet patient needs.
• Lead or participate in team conferences and educational opportunities for medical students and residents.
• Complete appropriate billing and charge documents.

Skills

DEA licensure

National certification ARNP/PA-C

Education

Nurse Practitioner graduate degree

PA program graduate

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Urology seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP/PA-C) to fill a full‑time, 12‑month academic Teaching Associate position at UW Medical Center Northwest Campus. The anticipated start date is as early as Summer 2026. Teaching Associates receive annual appointments aligned with a 12‑month service period (July 1‑June 30) and are paid for 11 months of service over the 12‑month period, with one month available for paid time off. Base salary: $10,000–$14,500 per month ($120,000–$174,000 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications or as mandated by U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Patient Care Duties

• Provide advanced practice care within scope of practice for Urology inpatients and outpatients.
• Order, initiate and perform testing appropriate to presenting complaints.
• Perform comprehensive physical exams including focused Urology exam as appropriate.
• Identify diagnoses based on history, test result interpretation and assessment.
• Prescribe and/or institute treatment plans based on assessments and diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications as needed.
• Evaluate patient outcomes and adjust treatments accordingly.
• Initiate consultation with Attending MD and Chief Resident as appropriate.
• Admit patients to inpatient status as indicated. Discharge patients to home as indicated.
• Perform effectively during emergency situations, using sound judgment and following established protocol.
• Document assessment, findings, interventions, and outcomes as appropriate in patient medical record.
• Teach patient and family as needed to manage or improve health status.
• Coordinate/collaborate with other disciplines, health care providers, referring providers, health plans, etc., to meet patient needs.
• Provide referrals to other health care providers as needed, e.g., medical specialty, social work, physical therapy, etc.
• Lead or participate in team conferences as needed.
• Complete appropriate billing and charge documents.
• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to needs of clinic schedule and patient needs.
• Conduct appropriate handoff to house staff for patients requiring admission.
• Perform minor surgical procedures, such as suturing lacerations and incision and drainage of abscesses, including administration of local anesthesia, or perform other specialty procedures within scope of practice.
• Opportunity for OR first or second assist for robotic procedures such as robotic simple prostatectomy, radical prostatectomy, or other applicable procedures.

Standards of Practice and Performance

• Demonstrate accountability for the effectiveness of the service area and the organization, support the organizational and service area mission, philosophy, values and goals.
• Participate in efforts to continuously improve quality of care.
• Manage patient care through the efficient use of own time.
• Communicate effectively with individuals and in‑groups.
• Demonstrate and promote a service and values based culture in the work environment.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in the care of urology patients.
• Contribute to positive working relationships with members of the health care team.
• Comply with UWMC‑NW policies for safety and infection control.
• Demonstrate accountability for own growth and competency (and provide opportunities that contribute to the growth and competency of others).
• Remain open to constructive feedback and integrate recommendations into practice.
• Share expertise and information with others.
• Develop and maintain competency of self and others, keeping abreast of current research, changing practice patterns, and changing patient profiles.
• Maintain current, active hospital medical staff credentialing and admitting privileges.
• Responsibly follow cost‑effective, evidence‑based guidelines for practice.
• Collaborate with physicians and other health care professionals in the specialty to address clinical practice issues and changes.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clinical staff, clinical manager, clinical medical director, interdisciplinary patient care teams and other staff to ensure maximizing positive department and employee relationships.
• Demonstrate and promote a service and values based culture in the work environment.
• Serve as a role model and resource to other staff.
• Participate in educational opportunities for medical students and residents.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state Registered Nurse Licensure or Licensure as a PA in Washington State.
• Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or graduate of an accredited PA program.
• Nationally certified ARNP or PA‑C with DEA.
• There is no minimum years’ of experience requirement as long as education, license and certification requirements are met.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay range: $120,000–$174,000 annually. For details about benefits, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal‑opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past employment.