Advanced Practice Provider, ER Geriatric Consult Service (GW Hospital)

GW Redesign; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 108,000 - 172,900; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Washington, DC, is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for the Geriatric Emergency Department. This role involves conducting patient evaluations, providing comprehensive care, and supervising staff. Candidates should have a Master's degree in nursing or as a physician assistant, relevant certifications, and strong problem-solving abilities. Notable is the absence of night, weekend, and holiday shifts. The position is full-time and on-site, offering competitive compensation within a healthy work environment.

Qualifications

• NP must complete an approved course of study as a nurse practitioner.
• PA must complete an approved course of study as a physician assistant.
• Current NCCPA certification and D.C. licensure as a Physician Assistant are necessary.
• Current ANCC certification and D.C. licensure as an NP are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and history and physical examinations.
• Supervise NP, PA, health science, and medical students as appropriate.
• Provide comprehensive care for older adults in the Emergency Department.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Quality improvement

Telehealth expertise

Geriatric medicine expertise

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Master's degree as a physician assistant

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider, ER Geriatric Consult Service (GW Hospital)

Job Category: Advanced Practitioners - PA, NP

Requisition Number: ADVAN006170

• Posted : July 24, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Salary Range : $108,000 USD to $172,900 USD

Locations

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GW Hospital
Washington, DC 20037, USA

Description

Position Summary

The position available is for a Geriatric Emergency Advanced Practice Provider, integral to GW University Hospital's accredited Geriatric Emergency Department (GED). Responsibilities include providing comprehensive care for older adults, conducting patient evaluations, history and physical examinations, prescription writing, interpreting laboratory and radiological tests, and supervising NP, PA, health science, and medical students as appropriate.

Additionally, competitive candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills, engage in quality improvement initiatives, support and educate ED staff, and demonstrate professionalism in challenging situations. Special consideration will be given to applicants with experience in quality improvement, telehealth, or geriatric medicine expertise.

NO NIGHTS /NO WEEKENDS/NO HOLIDAYS

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• NP: A Master's degree in nursing and completion of an approved course of study as a nurse practitioner.
• PA: A Master's degree as a physician assistant and completion of an approved course of study as a physician assistant.

Licensure:

• Current NCCPA certification and D.C. licensure as a Physician Assistant are necessary.
• Current ANCC certification and D.C. licensure as an NP are necessary.

Experience:

• Previous experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Walk, stand, and reach outward on a constant basis in an office setting.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull over 100 lbs. as part of the role.
• Regularly exposed to healthcare settings that may require personal protective equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipment.

About GW MFA

The GW Medical Faculty Associates (MFA) is a leading not-for-profit, physician-led practice group, established in July 2000 to support The George Washington University School of Medicine and Sciences. Evolving into the largest independent academic physician practice in the Washington, DC metro area, the MFA boasts over 500 physicians and nearly 200 APP providers across 52 medical and surgical specialties. As faculty members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences, MFA providers play pivotal roles as educators and mentors, contributing to academic, research, and healing traditions.

Maintaining a close alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH), the MFA collaborates with 12 area hospitals and extends its healthcare presence beyond the DC metro region through community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Situated in central NW Washington, DC, the MFA's proximity to over 175 resident embassies facilitates international clinical outreach.

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