Urology Advanced Practice Provider

Prime Healthcare; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

Malpractice coverage

Retirement plan with employer contribution

Paid time off and CME allowance

Relocation assistance

No call

4 patient-facing days in office per week

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Full-Time Urology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in Lewiston, Maine. The APP will provide comprehensive care to patients with acute and chronic urological conditions, collaborating with urologists and other healthcare professionals.

This role offers an opportunity to participate in OR assist if desired and provides a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive health benefits. Join a supportive environment that emphasizes innovative, accessible healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must have ANCC, AANPCB, or NCCPA board certification.
• Current state license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant required.
• BLS certification is needed upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including medical histories.
• Diagnose and manage common urological conditions.
• Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic tests.

Skills

ANCC, AANPCB, or NCCPA board certification

Current state license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

BLS upon hire

DEA license

Prior experience in urology, surgery, oncology, or primary care

Previous experience with electronic health record

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Urology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Employment Type: Full-Time Organization: Central Maine Healthcare Location: Lewiston, Maine with 2 shifts per month in Rumford, Maine

Position Overview

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Full-Time Urology APP to join its growing team of 3 Urologists and 2 APPs. The Urology APP provides comprehensive care to patients with acute and chronic urological conditions in collaboration with urologists and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. The APP evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages patients in an outpatient setting. Opportunity for 1stAssist in OR is available if desired. Inpatient rounding is not required but opportunity is available if desired.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and CME allowance
• Relocation assistance may be available
• No call
• 4 patient-facing days in office per week

Why Central Maine Healthcare?

Central Maine Healthcare is committed to improving the health of our communities through compassionate, innovative, and accessible care. As part of Prime Healthcare, providers benefit from a nationally recognized healthcare network focused on clinical excellence, physician leadership, and operational support.

About the Community

Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston-Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region.

Lewiston-Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling—all within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award‑winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world.

For healthcare professionals seeking meaningful work, a welcoming community and a lifestyle centered on wellness, family and adventure, Lewiston-Auburn offers the opportunity to build an exceptional career—and an exceptional life.

Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations.
• Diagnose and manage common urological conditions such as:
  • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
  • Kidney stones
  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
  • Overactive bladder and urinary incontinence
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Hematuria
  • Prostate, kidney, and bladder cancer follow-up
• Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic tests including laboratory studies, imaging, and urodynamic testing.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.

Procedural Responsibilities

• Perform office‑based procedures as permitted by training and credentialing, including:
  • Catheter insertion and management
  • Voiding trials
  • Bladder scans
  • Bladder instillations
  • Post‑operative care and wound management

Patient Education

• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, lifestyle modifications, and preventive care.
• Provide counseling regarding surgical procedures and post‑operative expectations.
• Promote adherence to treatment plans and follow‑up care.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Collaborate closely with urologists, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate referrals, consultations, and continuity of care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and quality improvement initiatives.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
• Participate in clinical audits and quality assurance activities.

Qualifications

• ANCC, AANPCB, or NCCPA board certification
• Current state license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• BLS upon hire
• DEA license
• Prior experience in urology, surgery, oncology, or primary care preferred but not mandatory
• Previous experience with electronic health record

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf