Lead Advance Practice Provider, Neurology - Temple Faculty Practice

Temple Health – Temple University Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Health – Temple University Health System seeks a Lead Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to oversee clinical operations within the clinic and ensure adherence to best practices. This role also plans and trains new PAs/NPs, reporting to the Director of APPs and coordinating with the Medical Staff Board to align clinical and administrative duties.

The candidate will participate in education and mentorship within the APP team, maintaining high standards of care and contributing to program

Qualifications

• Active PA license or NP certification required.
• 2 years of clinical specialty experience as CRNP or PA required.
• Healthcare leadership experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical operations within the clinic.
• Assist in planning and training of new PAs/NPs.
• Ensure adherence to best practices and patient safety standards.
• Report to the Director of APPs and collaborate with Medical Staff Board.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Oversight

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Healthcare related field

Master's Degree Accredited PA or NP program

Doctorate Degree DNP preferred

Combination of education and experience considered

Job description

The Lead Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) is an integral member of the healthcare team, qualified through academic and clinical education to provide patient care services under the supervision of staff physicians. This role encompasses both clinical and administrative responsibilities within the clinic. The Lead APP will oversee clinical operations, ensure adherence to best practices, and manage administrative duties. Additionally, the Lead APP will play a pivotal role in the planning and training of new PAs/NPs. All responsibilities are subject to approval by the Medical Staff Board. Reporting to the Director of APPs, the Lead APP is accountable to the supervising physician and the department.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Nursing or Healthcare related field Required
• Master's Degree Accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program and Science in Nursing Required
• Doctorate Degree DNP Preferred Or
• Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required

Experience

• 2 years experience in a clinical specialty as a CRNP or PA Required
• 2 years experience in healthcare leadership Preferred

Licenses

• PA Medical Physician Asst Lic Required or
• PA Cert Reg Nurse Practitioner Required
• Basic Life Support Required