PS Nurse Practitioner

University of Utah Health Research; Salt Lake City (UT); Presencial; USD 96 000 - 186 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

University of Utah Health Research is seeking a Women’s Health Advanced Practice Clinician to support the Midlife Women’s Health and Menopause Medicine Program. The role focuses on evidence-based care for perimenopause and menopause symptoms, requiring certification and competency in menopause care.

Experience in sexual medicine and vulvar disorders is desirable. Clinicians will work in ambulatory menopause clinics, collaborate with the program director and team, and contribute to

Qualificações

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Certified Menopause Practitioner and successful competency exam.
• Utah licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Prior experience in midlife women’s health & menopause care is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assesses patients with well-woman exams and menopause symptoms.
• Formulates medical plans and prognosis; coordinates with physicians.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests.
• Performs select invasive procedures within scope of competence.
• Maintains complete documentation and participates in quality improvement.

Conhecimentos

Nurse Practitioner

Menopause Practitioner

Communication skills

Clinical assessment

Formação académica

Master’s/ Doctorate in Nursing

Certified Nurse Midwife

Ferramentas

ACLS

BLS

NRP

ATLS

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Details

• Open Date 10/13/2026
• Requisition Number PRN46481B
• Job Title PS Nurse Practitioner
• Working Title PS Nurse Practitioner
• Career Progression Track UGR
• FLSA Code Professional
• Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
• Standard Hours per Week 40
• Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
• Shift Day
• Work Schedule Summary Monday – Friday 0800-1700
• VP Area U of U Health - Academics
• Department 00925 - General Obstetrics & Gyn Div
• Location Campus
• City Salt Lake City, UT
• Type of Recruitment External Posting
• Pay Rate Range 96,000. - 185,746. DOQ
• Close Date 07/01/2027

Job Summary

Menopause Care is Required.

As a Women’s Health Advanced Practice Clinician, your contributions will be vital in providing evidence-based care for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause symptoms in the Midlife Women’s Health and Menopause Medicine Program. The ideal candidate must be a certified menopause practitioner and have passed the competency exam. In addition, medical experience in sexual medicine, vulvar disorders, and weight management is desirable.

Menopause Society Certification ( MSCP ) Is Preferred.

Type: full-time, between 30-40 hours/week

Essential Functions

Serves in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Midlife Women’s Health, and Menopause Medicine Program. Will work in menopause clinics and medical group visits in an ambulatory setting. Collaborates and works closely with the medical director of the program, other clinician peers, learners/trainees, medical assistants, health care support staff, and unlicensed admin support staff. Perform services in the clinic including, but not limited to, well-woman care/annual exams, treating perimenopause/menopause symptoms with a variety of methods, including traditional and integrative health approaches, and managing common primary care concerns. Assesses the physical condition of a group of patients by performing physical examinations and obtaining medical histories. Formulates the medical plan and prognosis based on the patient’s condition. Consult with physician(s) regarding patient health care plans and treatment. Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient’s clinical problems and health care needs. Performs selected invasive procedures for therapeutic and/or diagnostic reasons within the scope of validated competence. Initiates and/or recommends medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatment and procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policy. Complies with medical records policies regarding the complete and accurate documentation of patient care. Initiates and maintains required records and legal documents. Participates in quality improvement activities and educational events/forums for health care professionals and community women. Counsels patients, families, and significant others about health and illness and promotes health maintenance. Supports a transparent, and supportive work environment.

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited program as a Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife.
• Certified Menopause Practitioner and successful completion of competency exam.
• Preferred medical experience in sexual medicine, vulvar disorders, and weight management.
• Prior experience and/or background in midlife women’s health & menopause care preferred.
• Strong clinical and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

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

Problem Solving

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Demonstrated clinical competence and in-depth knowledge of specialty area.
• Demonstrated leadership, teaching, research and communication skills.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Type

Benefited Staff

Additional Information

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