Lead Preoperative Care: Advanced Practice Provider

St. Charles Health System Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System in Missouri is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in Preoperative Medicine to deliver comprehensive pre-surgical assessments, identify risks, and coordinate care with surgical, nursing and ancillary teams to ensure safe, efficient recovery.

The role requires medical management of acute and chronic conditions, patient education, and documentation; must hold NP or PA licensure and be able to prescribe and order tests.

Qualifications

• Approved NP or PA program and board certification.
• Active licensure and ability to prescribe in the appropriate state.
• Experience with EMR and patient care coordination.
• Commitment to safety, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide preoperative medical evaluation and risk assessment.
• Coordinate care with surgical teams, nursing, and ancillary staff.
• Order tests, select treatments, and document care timely.
• Educate patients on procedures, recovery, and care plans.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure quality outcomes.
• Deliver care with professionalism and patient-centered approach.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Nurse Practitioner licensure

Physician Assistant licensure

Board certification required

Unrestricted licensure in practicing state

BLS certification

Tools

Epic EMR

Microsoft Excel

Job description

St. Charles Health System in Missouri is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in Preoperative Medicine to deliver comprehensive pre-surgical assessments, identify risks, and coordinate care with surgical, nursing and ancillary teams to ensure safe, efficient recovery.

The role requires medical management of acute and chronic conditions, patient education, and documentation; must hold NP or PA licensure and be able to prescribe and order tests.