PS Nurse Practitioner

University of Utah; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an advanced practice provider to join their team in the Department of Otolaryngology. This exciting role involves providing both primary and specialty medical services at the Primary Children’s Hospital in Lehi. The ideal candidate will assess patients, formulate medical plans, and collaborate with physicians to ensure high-quality care. If you're passionate about making a difference in children's health and possess the necessary licensure and qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Utah is required.
• Certification in ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and obtain medical histories.
• Consult with physicians regarding patient health care plans.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medical Plan Formulation

Diagnostic Test Interpretation

Invasive Procedures

Patient Counseling

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

National Certification

Job description

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time): 04/30/2025

Job Summary

The NP/PA-C in the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, located primarily at the Primary Children’s Hospital Lehi, is seeking an advanced practice provider to join the group. This position is responsible for providing both primary and specialty medical services. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.

Outpatient clinic – Primary Children’s Hospital, Lehi

Primary Call at Lehi

Participation in team meetings, education conferences, and special projects as required.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

1. Assesses the physical condition of a group of patients by performing physical examinations and obtaining medical histories.
2. Formulates the medical plan and prognosis based on patient’s condition.
3. Consults with physician(s) regarding patient health care plans and treatment.
4. Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient’s clinical problems and health care needs.
5. Performs selected invasive procedures for therapeutic and/or diagnostic reasons within scope of validated competence.
6. Initiates and/or recommends medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatment and procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policy.
7. Complies with medical records policies regarding the complete and accurate documentation of patient care. Initiates and maintains required records and legal documents.
8. Participates in quality improvement activities.
9. Counsels patients, families and significant others about health and illness, and promotes health maintenance.
10. Evaluates, plans, implements, and re-evaluates the care of individuals requiring emergency measures.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Utah.

Preferred:

• Certification in ACLS / BLS / NRP / ATLS may be required by your department or by privileging criteria.
• Utah State prescriptive privileges.
• Licensure is obtained by completing a Master’s degree in Nursing or equivalency (the only equivalency to the Master’s degree is current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner) and a National Certification which requires the successful completion of a nationally accredited examination.
• UHPPM 1-56 requires that newly hired non-physician providers apply for credentialing and privileging at the time of hire.
• This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to