Hydrocephalus APRN/PA - Instr. I

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement plan options

Tuition programs for employees and dependents

Generous leave

Job summary

The University of South Florida is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant to support their Hydrocephalus program. This role involves increasing patient volume, conducting comprehensive medical histories, and performing initial physical examinations. Additionally, the position requires handling paperwork and independent clinics.

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree and certification as outlined by Florida law. The benefits package offers medical, dental, and life insurance plans, retirement options, tuition programs, and various employee perks.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant program.
• Must meet university criteria for Instructor rank.
• Certification as required by Florida Statutes.

Responsibilities

• Review patient records and conduct interviews to gather health histories.
• Conduct initial physical examinations and address patient health needs.
• Handle administrative duties and represent the university.

Skills

Advanced Practice Nursing

Patient Interviewing

Medical Record Review

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Graduation from accredited Nurse or Physician Assistant program

Job description

Job Overview

This APP will support our Hydrocephalus program. The APP will work in tandem with Dr. Abel to increase patient volume as patients are currently waiting 56+ days for an appointment. They will also have independent clinics, be responsible for placing orders, answering MyChart messages and phone calls from patients, and completing extensive paperwork such as FMLA and disability forms.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient records and films.
• Conducts in-depth interviews with patients, constructs comprehensive medical histories.
• Conducts initial physical examinations and explores patients' interpretation of health needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher-level administrator of a State university.
• Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities.
• Responsible for academic advising and related activities.
• May represent the university, college/school, or department.

Qualifications

Requires graduation from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 464 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64, or graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 458 and 459 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64.

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Instructor.

Benefits

Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

Compliance and Federal Notices

• May be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
• Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.