Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This position is for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Physician Assistant to join a vibrant and cohesive APP group, working alongside WashU Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine faculty and fellows, to provide medical care to patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit and the Stem Cell Transplant and Oncology Intensive Care Unit at Barnes-Jewish Hospital (BJH). A full-time position is three 12-hour shifts per week with approximately 33% of shifts as nighttime coverage. The APP will work under physician oversight as required by state regulation, and function within the scope of practice defined by their certification, BJH medical by-laws, and collaborative practice agreements.

Job Description

Provides direct patient care services in an intensive care unit setting, including:

• Obtain patient history.
• Perform physical examination and re-assessments.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, EKGs, and laboratory studies.
• Directly treat and manage acute and chronic disease conditions, such as shock, sepsis, gastrointestinal bleeding, acute respiratory failure, acute kidney failure, decompensated liver failure, hematological emergencies, and other critical illnesses requiring intensive care.
• Develop and implement a patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with the patient and/or next of kin, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and other ancillary care providers, as clinically indicated.
• Perform diagnostic or therapeutic procedures under the supervision or authorization of a physician, such as insertion of arterial lines and central venous catheters, consistent with certification, credentialing, and state regulations.
• Discuss patient care with consultants, emergency department providers, and hospital medicine providers.
• Prescribe medications and therapies to manage health conditions according to certification, credentialing, and state regulations.
• Counsel and educate patients and their families/caregivers concerning diagnoses, treatment options, palliative care, and end-of-life planning, as clinically indicated.
• Triage patients needing admission to the intensive care unit.
• Document assessment, exams, and test findings in the patient’s electronic health record.
• Participate in rounds on assigned patients.
• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.
• Work in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Enhance professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops, and/or attendance at national conferences.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Hospital environment.
• Direct patient care setting.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
• Exposure to chemicals.
• Requires protective devices, such as personal protective equipment (PPE), as appropriate.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.
• Typically standing or walking.
• Occasional bending, crouching, or stooping.
• Typically using tools requiring high dexterity.
• Rare lifting (25 lbs. or less).

Equipment

• Computers.
• Printers.
• Clinical (e.g., diagnostic or therapeutic) equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

M.S. – Master Of Science – Physician Assistant Studies

Certifications:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association, Physician Assistant – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Physician Assistant – Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Z – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days – American Heart Association

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver’s License:

A driver’s license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Current PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, or ability to obtain within 3 months of date of hire.
• Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (1 Year)

Skills:

Acute Care, Chronic Disease Management, Communication, Critical Thinking, Diagnostic Testing, Effective Written Communication, Epic EHR, Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA), Interpersonal Relationships, Organizing, Patient Care Plans, Patient Management, Patient Medications, Patient Referrals

Grade

S32

Salary Range

$100,700.00 – $181,200.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.