Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Medicine

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Retirement plans (OPERS/STRS)

Work-life balance

Job summary

University of Cincinnati, a premier public research university, seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver emergent care in the emergency setting within the College of Medicine and UC Health system. The role supports collaborative care with physicians, researchers, and educators across UC’s multidisciplinary teams.

The position emphasizes high-quality patient care, evidence-based practice, and ongoing education, with a strong focus on clinical excellence and teamwork in a

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Active Ohio APRN license with prescriptive authority.
• Active Board Certification in appropriate nursing specialty.
• Three (3) years nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs a physical exam based on age and history with collaboration from a physician.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates lab tests and other studies to assess health needs.
• Develops a treatment plan with physicians and the care team.
• May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by authority.
• Participates in research and evidence-based education activities.
• Participates in Medical Team Rounds and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Nursing leadership

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing (accredited program)

Master’s Degree for Physician Assistant (accredited program)

Job description

• Active Board Certification in appropriate nursing specialty.

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu. 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 are transforming the world of medicine every day.

The UC Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Cincinnati has been an independent academic unit within the College of Medicine since 1984. It is responsible for the medical direction of the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Center for Emergency Care (CEC) and the Emergency Medicine Residency Training Program.

The College of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, is seeking to fill a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position. This position will provide emergent care in the emergency setting.

Essential Functions

• Performs a physical exam based upon age and patient history as per the Standard Care Arrangement with a collaborating physician.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies to assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
• Develops a treatment plan in collaboration with the physician and members of the multidisciplinary care team.
• May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by state and University of Cincinnati Medical Center prescriptive authority.
• Actively participate in research relative to area of specialty.
• Actively develop and participate in providing evidence-based education presentations and other learning activities for diverse disciplines.
• Participate in Medical Team Rounds.
• Actively involved with Quality Management, data collection and performance improvement initiatives.
• Other activities and/or duties assigned to achieve the overall mission of the position within the Department.

Nurse Practitioner

Required Education

• Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Active Ohio APRN license with prescriptive authority.
• Active Board Certification in appropriate nursing specialty.

Required Experience

• Three (3) years nursing experience.
• Additional related work experience may be required depending on specialty/sub‑specialty.

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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.

Required Experience

• Additional related work experience may be required depending on specialty/sub‑specialty.

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) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. 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.

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