Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) – Vascular Surgery (Inpatient)

Position Description:

The Department of Surgery – Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support the inpatient specialty services.

Our specialized vascular surgery team focuses on treating diseases of the arteries, including carotid artery disease, aortic aneurysms, peripheral artery disease, vein problems, and other vascular-related issues. As part of an academic medical center, our vascular physicians and APPs are at the forefront of diagnosing venous and other vascular diseases. This entails an intricate blend of cutting-edge medical practices, collaborative decision-making, and rigorous follow-up care. Regardless of the complexity of their condition, every patient can expect an all-encompassing, expertly curated care plan. This dedication to clinical innovation ensures we consistently deliver the highest level of patient care, from the simplest to the most intricate vascular and endovascular conditions.

As an Advanced Practice Provider (APP), you will be part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, contributing to program administration, patient care, patient safety, research, quality improvement, and teaching.

The ideal candidate will be interested in joining a thriving and collaborative academic practice at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). Responsibilities will include providing direct patient care within an inpatient setting for the Vascular Surgery services.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to diagnose and treat vascular surgery patients primarily in an inpatient environment.
• Perform comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifying normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial status.
• Write accurate and timely progress notes, procedure notes, admission and transfer orders.
• Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and effectively communicate and document information.
• Perform procedures beyond core duties as identified by the vascular surgery services, such as wound and drain management.
• Facilitate communication among patients, families, and staff to promote continuity of care across the healthcare continuum.
• Attend required training and meet key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileging institution, CMS, and the Joint Commission.
• Evaluate quality outcomes for patients receiving care from this team by participating in the development of quality indicators and outcomes dashboard.
• Stay informed about current developments and trends in the field of Physician Assistants and/or Nurse Practitioners through educational programs, in-services, professional associations, and current literature.
• Develop expertise in coordinating and delivering care to patients on the vascular surgery service.
• Collaborate with cross-department specialty care teams and primary care providers in providing consultative care for patients with vascular surgery needs.

Anticipated Schedule: Full-time evenings/PMs. Scheduling flexibility required to support coverage needs.

Learn more about:

• MCW Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
• Froedtert Hospital
• MCW APPs

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Nominations and applications, including current curriculum vitae and a cover letter stating qualifications and reasons for interest in the role, may be submitted to: Emily Roth, APP Recruiter – emroth@mcw.edu 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

At MCW, we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realizing our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. We strive to integrate our human and social differences into MCW’s functioning, strategies, and culture to create a diverse and equitable workplace. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Schedule:

Full-time evenings and rotational weekends – *generous additional pay provided* – Scheduling flexibility required to support coverage needs

Position Requirements:

Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience in Vascular surgery and/or inpatient clinical management preferred.

Minimum Education:

• Advanced Practice Nurse: Master’s Degree or higher in Nursing.
• Physician Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Advanced Practice Nurse: Wisconsin RN License, Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License, Acute Care preferred (Adult and FNP considered), AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA.
• Physician Assistant: Wisconsin Physician Assistant License, Certification by NCCPA, AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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