PS Nurse Practitioner

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to rotate through various critical care environments, gaining invaluable experience in specialties such as Surgical and Medical Critical Care, Anesthesia, and more. The position requires a commitment to excellence in patient care, with a focus on developing treatment plans and performing advanced clinical procedures. Join a forward-thinking institution that values diversity and is committed to improving healthcare access for all. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Continuing Education Opportunities

Flexible Work Schedule

Qualifications

• Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Utah is required.
• ACLS, BLS, NRP certifications preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex medical histories and physical examinations.
• Develop treatment plans in collaboration with attending physicians.
• Participate in continuing medical education and research projects.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Critical Care Medicine

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

Advanced Clinical Procedures

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

National Certification

Tools

Medical Imaging Equipment

Laboratory Testing Tools

Job description

Announcement

Open Date: 08/12/2024

Requisition Number: PRN39511B

Job Title: Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Job Grade: UGR

FLSA Code: Professional

Patient Sensitive Job Code: Yes

Standard Hours per Week: 40

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Shift: Variable

Work Schedule Summary: VP Area: U of U Health - Academics

Department: 00239 - Pulmonary

Location: Campus, Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment: External Posting

Pay Rate Range: Due on Experience

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner will rotate through a variety of clinical environments focusing on critical care medicine. They will train for six months prior to joining the Pulmonary Critical Care APC group. Training rotations include Surgical Critical Care, Medical Critical Care, Oncologic Critical Care, and Anesthesia. Other rotations may include Cardiology, Cardiac Critical Care, Nephrology, Oncology, Hematology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Radiology, Gastroenterology, Neurosurgery, Infectious Disease, and Palliative Care. Trainees will be embedded within academic teams at the University of Utah Hospital and affiliates. Hours vary based on rotations, typically averaging 40 to 80 hours per week. Upon completion of the training period, trainees will be required to complete a two-year commitment to the University of Utah Pulmonary Critical Care Division as a full-time employee.

Responsibilities

1. Takes complex medical histories on patients referred for consultation by academic and community physicians.
2. Performs physical examinations.
3. Orders laboratory tests, x-rays, special imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures.
4. May perform central line placement, arterial line placement, intubation, paracentesis, thoracentesis, chest tube placement and management, cardioversion, lumbar punctures.
5. Monitors the level of and adjusts immunosuppressive medications.
6. Orders and supervises the administration of blood products.
7. Formulates appropriate differential diagnosis of medical, surgical, and other conditions.
8. Develops treatment plans in conjunction with attending physician to provide optimal patient medical management.
9. Participates in continuing medical education to include specialty and sub-specialty meetings, clubs, boards, and conferences.
10. Assists in the collection of data for research projects.
11. Orders consultations and interacts with members of other specialty medical teams.
12. Participates in special projects and committee functions.

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.

Preferences

Applicants with experience in critical care or internal medicine preferred. New graduates with exemplary clinical experience will be considered.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106.