Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 97,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass for transit

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for the Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery team. The role is full-time, outpatient-focused, with no nights or weekends, located in the Center for Advanced Medicine in Saint Louis.

The APP will evaluate new consults, manage postoperative follow-up, and perform minor procedures in collaboration with surgeons, contributing to patient-centered plans and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing with NP emphasis and advanced practice licensure.
• PA program graduate with current state licensure or eligibility.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in outpatient clinic.
• Obtain history, perform assessments, order and interpret studies.
• Develop patient-centered plans in collaboration with surgeons.
• Manage post-operative follow-ups and non-operative care.
• Perform minor in-office procedures and suturing as needed.
• Support clinical research activities and quality initiatives.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Clinical diagnostics

Communication

Customer empathy

Detail-oriented

Disease management

Epic EHR

Family support

HIPAA compliance

Interpersonal communication

Interpersonal relationships

Multitasking

Organizing

Patient care

Patient education

Patient evaluations

Patient management

Pharmacology

Preventive care

Teamwork

Time management

Education

MSN with NP emphasis

PA program graduate

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

LocationSAINT LOUIS, MO 63110Scheduled Hours40Position SummaryJoin a highly specialized and collaborative Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery team at WashU Medicine, providing comprehensive outpatient care to patients throughout their surgical journey. This APP position offers the opportunity to play a key role in managing both operative and non-operative patients in a dynamic surgical practice.The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will primarily work in an outpatient clinic setting, evaluating new patient consultations, managing post-operative follow-up care, and treating patients with a variety of reconstructive and plastic surgery needs. This provider will work closely with surgeons to develop treatment plans, perform patient assessments, and complete minor in-office procedures.This role is ideal for an APP with experience in a surgical specialty, wound management, suturing, or minor procedures. We also welcome highly motivated candidates who are eager to develop advanced skills and build expertise within Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.Position Highlights:• Full-time M-F. 40 hours per week (No Nights, No Weekends, No Holidays)• In-person outpatient clinic located at the Center for Advanced Medicine• Manage new consults, post-operative follow-ups, and non-operative patient care• Perform minor office-based procedures• Work alongside a nationally recognized Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery team• Opportunity to expand surgical and procedural skills in a specialty practiceJob DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities:Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history, performing patient assessment via observation, interview and examination; orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies; performs preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations and care; provides direct treatment and management of acute and chronic disease conditions; develops and implements patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with physicians, patients, consultants, nurses, ancillary care providers and others as appropriate to the patient's condition.May bill for services covered by collaborative practice agreement.Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning disease management, complication prevention, disease prevention, and quality of life improvement measures, and outcome management activities.Monitors/ensures accuracy of patient medical records; maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.Manages health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources; may perform diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification and state regulations.Champions the safety and quality of care for patients using ITB therapy and serves as an expert in the care and management of ITB pumps. Helps develop a detailed educational program for the patients and lead the quality and safety initiative for the program.Serves as clinical expert regarding rehabilitation nursing while demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill in complex clinical nursing situations.Provides management services for clinical research study projects; monitors participating subjects, including medication administration and family/patient education.Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.Regularly participates in constant quality improvement and process improvement activities centered on the goal of providing exceptional, evidence-based patient care.Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.Contributes to the advancement of the rehabilitation nursing profession as a whole through research, publications, and presentations.Performs other duties as assigned.Working Conditions:Job Location/Working ConditionsNormal office environmentExposure to blood-borne pathogensExposure to chemicalsRequires protective devicesDust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elementsPatient care settingDirect patient care settingPhysical EffortTypically sitting at desk or tableTypically standing or walkingTypically bending, crouching, stoopingUsing tools requiring high dexterityOccasional lifting (25 lbs or less)EquipmentOffice equipmentLab/research equipmentClinical/diagnostic equipmentThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.Required QualificationsEducation:Master's degreeCertifications /Professional Licenses :The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red CrossWork Experience:No specific work experience is required for this position.Skills:Not ApplicableDriver's License:A driver's license is not required for this position.More About This JobWe are seeking a dedicated NP or PA to join our team. Below are additional requirements and information based on each role.Required Qualifications:Nurse PractitionerMaster of Science in Nursing with emphasis in the Nurse Practitioner program.Advanced Practical Nurse licensure (or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire).Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements).Physician AssistantGraduate of PA program.Current PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, or ability to obtain within three months of date of hire.Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).Preferred Qualifications:Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with surgical specialty experience preferred.Preferred QualificationsEducation:Master's degree - Nurse Practitioner, Master's degree - Physician Assistant StudiesCertifications /Professional Licenses :Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationWork Experience:No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.Skills:Adaptability, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Diagnostics, Communication, Customer Empathy, Detail-Oriented, Disease Management, Epic EHR, Family Support, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Multitasking, Organizing, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Evaluations, Patient Management, Pharmacology, Preventive Care, Teamwork, Time ManagementGradeS31Salary Range$97,000.00 - $174,600.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.QuestionsFor frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .AccommodationIf you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment ScreeningAll external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits StatementPersonalUp to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.WellnessWellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!FamilyWe offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/EEO StatementWashington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.