Director, Advanced Practice Providers — Lead & Elevate

The University of Kansas Health System; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System seeks a Director for Advanced Practice Providers at Liberty Hospital to supervise employed PAs and APRNs, lead recruitment and retention efforts, and ensure high-quality patient care across Primary and Specialty Care. The role combines clinical APP duties with strategic leadership, performance management, and program development.

Responsibilities include chairing committees, guiding APP productivity, and developing care models to meet growth goals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nursing (MS/Doctorate as stated).
• 1+ years of clinical practice experience required.
• Licensure as PA or APRN upon hire; advanced practice certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage employed PAs and APRNs.
• Recruitment and retention of APPs.
• Provide APP patient care duties and supervise continuity of care.
• Lead committees, meetings, and projects; ensure APP productivity and engagement.
• Develop protocols and practice models to support growth of clinics.
• Monitor APP performance data and implement corrective actions.
• Support new site development and care continuum coordination.
• Conduct routine APP meetings for continuity and training.

Education

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant

Master’s Degree in Advanced Practice Nursing

Doctorate Degree in Advanced Practice Nursing

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System seeks a Director for Advanced Practice Providers at Liberty Hospital to supervise employed PAs and APRNs, lead recruitment and retention efforts, and ensure high-quality patient care across Primary and Specialty Care. The role combines clinical APP duties with strategic leadership, performance management, and program development.

Responsibilities include chairing committees, guiding APP productivity, and developing care models to meet growth goals.