Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner, COM, Department of Neurology & Rehab Medicine, NSICU

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine seeks a motivated Advanced Practice Provider for the Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine. This role involves evaluating and treating neurological diseases in a critical care setting, requiring weekend and overnight coverage. Join a top-tier department with world-class faculty and opportunities for research and education.

Benefits

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

Robust Retirement Plans

Generous time-off policy

Comprehensive health coverage

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Three years nursing experience required.
• Active Ohio APRN or Physician Assistant license with prescriptive authority.

Responsibilities

• Perform history and physical for complex patients.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Educate patients and families about conditions.

Skills

Patient Education

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program

Job description

Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner, COM, Department of Neurology & Rehab Medicine, NSICU

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine's faculty and providers are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?

The Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Advanced Practice Provider (APP), Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant specializing in evaluation and treatment of neurological diseases, particularly in the Neuro Critical Care inpatient setting. Weekend and Overnight coverage is required. Call coverage may also be required.

Essential Functions

• Perform appropriate history and physical for complex, acute, critical, and chronically ill patients.


• Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests.


• Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities.


• Monitor the effectiveness of interventions.


• Maintain accurate medical records.


• Collaborate with other providers and members of the health care team in delivery of care and make appropriate referrals when needed.


• Educate patients and families about medical conditions and treatment plans.


• Facilitate staff, patient, and family decision making using evidence-based practice.


• Participate in research and development projects.


• Participate in education of nurse practitioners, nurse practitioner students and medical students.


• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Minimum Requirements

Nurse Practitioner:

Required Education

Master's degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program.

Required Experience

Three (3) years nursing experience; additional related work experience may be required depending on specialty/sub-specialty.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Active Ohio APRN license with prescriptive authority.


• Active Board Certification in appropriate nursing specialty.

- OR -

Physician Assistant:

Required Education

Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Active Ohio Physician Assistant license with prescriptive authority.


• Certification as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Sitting - Often
  
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
  
• Hearing, listening - Often
  
• Talking - Often
  
• Standing - Often
  
• Walking - Often
  
• Bending - Seldom
  
• Stooping - Seldom
  
• Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
  
• Reaching overhead - Seldom
  
• Pulling, pushing - Seldom
  

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience


• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)


• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs


• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page athttps://www.uc.edu/careers.html

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here:https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources [e-mail].

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner, COM, Department of Neurology & Rehab Medicine, NSICU

Date:

May 12, 2025

Location:

Cincinnati, OH, US

Facility:

Main Campus

Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati



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