ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER (APP); NURSE PRACTITIONER (ARNP) OR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (PA-C) – IN/OUTPATIENT AND GENERAL SURGERY AT UWMC-NORTHWEST

Advanced Practice Provider (APP); Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) – In/Outpatient and General Surgery at UWMC-Northwest

Req #: 242081 Department: The Department of Surgery Job Location: UW Medical Center – Northwest Posting Date: 12/18/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $10,834 – $15,391 per month Other Compensation: Shift: First Shift 

Req #: 242081 Department: The Department of Surgery Job Location: UW Medical Center – Northwest Posting Date: 12/18/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $10,834 – $15,391 per month Other Compensation: Shift: First Shift The Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery within the University of Washington School of Medicine is recruiting for a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP or PA) at the rank of Teaching Associate on a 12-month service period (Jul 1 – Jun 30), with an estimated start date in Spring 2025.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Candidates should submit their application via Interfolio with cover letter, current CV, and contact information for three professional references via Interfolio https://apply.interfolio.com/160889

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Teaching Associates hold annual appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30) and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms. 

Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. This is a faculty position and will be based primarily at the University of Washington Medical Center-Northwest Campus (UWMC-NW). University of Washington faculty engage in clinical care, service, and teaching, with opportunities for quality improvement and research.

The Advanced Practice Provider in this role is a member of a team that includes attending physicians, surgical residents, and medical students providing services to UW Medicine patients/families and collaborating with other clinical teams, nursing, social workers, and therapists on staff in the inpatient and outpatient setting.

The base salary range for the position will be: $10,834 – $15,391 per month ($130,008 – $184,692 annually) commensurate with years of experience as a licensed ARNP or PA. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Other compensation associated with this position may include payments for vacancy coverage or premiums for factors such as acuity, nights, call should they apply to service. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

This individual will provide comprehensive clinical care for patients with pelvic floor and benign anorectal pathology in the outpatient setting. This will include initial consultation, independently performing clinic-based procedures, discussion of medical and surgical treatment options, and post-operative follow-up.

Additionally, the ARNP/PA will provide in-clinic care for routine general surgery for postoperative patients.

Care provided in this role is expected to be comprised of approximately 75% outpatient clinic work and 25% inpatient general surgery and colorectal care.

One day a week will be spent at UW Medical Center Northwest Hospital assisting with inpatient care as well as in the operating room.

REQUIREMENTS

Current and valid state licensure as an ARNP or PA with prescriptive authority

Graduate Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or Graduate of an accredited PA Program

Nationally Certified ARNP or PA-C with DEA

Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment

Effective interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in the care of patients with Surgery conditions requiring inpatient services.

For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at: https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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