MUSCP Advanced Practice Provider (APP - NP/PA)- Department of Emergency Medicine

Musckids; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Charleston seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for its Emergency Department. The role involves providing comprehensive patient care, performing diagnostic procedures, and ensuring high-quality healthcare services. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience in emergency medicine. Join a dynamic team committed to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited PA or NP program and current licensure in SC.
• At least 1 year ER experience or completion of an Emergency Medicine Fellowship.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services.
• Perform procedures like laceration repair and intubation.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Emergency Department Management

Patient Care

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant Program

Nurse Practitioner Program

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

MUSCP Advanced Practice Provider (APP - NP/PA) - Department of Emergency Medicine

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Locations: Charleston | Full time | Posted 2 Days Ago | Job Requisition ID: R-0000045089

Job Description Summary

MUSC’s Department of Emergency Medicine seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our team of Advanced Practice Providers. The incumbent will provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services for direct patient care in the Adult Emergency Departments at the Main University Hospital and Ashley River Tower, as delegated by the Emergency Medicine physician.

Entity & Worker Details

Entity: University Medical Associates (UMA) - Employees and Financials

Worker Type: Employee | Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Cost Center: CC000977 COM Emergency Medicine CC

Pay Rate Type: Salary | Pay Grade: Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: 10-hour shifts, up to 50% nights/weekends, totaling 1,720 hours/year

Patient Population

Focus: Emergency Department Management

Age Range: 13 years to death

Qualifications & Training

Minimum Training: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program and current licensure or eligibility in South Carolina.

• Physician Assistant or
• APRN: AGPNP/ANP (Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Adult Nurse Practitioner), FNP (Family Nurse Practitioner)

Preferred Training & Experience

Physician Assistant certification or APRN with specific certifications, plus at least 1 year ER experience or completion of an Emergency Medicine Fellowship/Residency.

Licensure & Certifications

Current BLS, ACLS (for adult inpatient), DHEC, and DEA licenses. Applications should be initiated prior to start date.

Job Duties

Includes comprehensive history-taking, physical exams, evaluation and treatment based on diagnostic results, performing procedures (e.g., laceration repair, foreign body removal, intubation), documentation, referrals, and participation in quality improvement activities.

Physical Requirements

Standing, walking, sitting, lifting up to 50 lbs, visual acuity, and other physical demands as detailed.

Additional Details

Graduation from an accredited PA or Nurse Practitioner program, licensure in South Carolina, and current BLS certification required.

We welcome energetic individuals passionate about healthcare. MUSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program.