Full Job Description
NURSE PRACTITIONER OR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT – SPINE CENTER
Req #:
240887
Department:
UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST – SPINE CENTER
Job Location:
UW Medical Center – Northwest
Job Location Detail:
Meridian Pavilion, 11011 Meridian Ave N., Seattle, WA 98133
Posting Date:
11/07/2024
Closing Info:
Open Until Filled
Salary:
$11,003 – $16,712 per month
Other Compensation:
In addition to the base pay, this position may also be eligible for:
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Shift:
First Shift
Benefits:
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine UW Medical Center-Northwest – Spine Center has an outstanding opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant). WORK SCHEDULE
100% FTE
Day shift, 4x10s each week
Monday – Friday, with potential for occasional weekend coverage DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Spine Center, which is part of our Department of Neurological Surgery, uses the latest technology and a multidisciplinary approach to treat simple and complex surgical spine conditions. Our surgeons provide care for common issues, including sciatica, slipped discs, scoliosis, and lower back pain. We also provide diagnostic intervention and minimally invasive surgery for tumors and blood clots. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Provide neurosurgical services in outpatient, inpatient, and Operating Room settings
Work alongside attending physicians, fellows, and residents across the Neurological Surgery continuum of care PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Outpatient Responsibilities
Provides pre-surgical care, which includes surgical clearance, H&P, and coordination of care with anesthesia, medicine, and inpatient team for complex cases
Provides post-operative care, which includes post-operative clinic visits, medication management, pathology follow-up, and coordination of care with consult services
Triages patient messages and implements a plan of care
Interprets lab and diagnostic tests results and consults with attending physician Inpatient Responsibilities
Participates in daily morning and afternoon rounds
Provides daily care, which includes evaluating and managing patients, writing daily progress notes, and formulating/implementing plans
Coordinates patient care with other services (endocrinology, internal medicine, neurology, ENT, ID)
May perform the following procedures: lumbar punctures, drain removal (Subgaleal, JP, Hemovac), external ventricular drain placement and removal, lumbar drain placement and removal, shunt/Ommaya tapping, nasal endoscopy Additional Responsibilities
Attends monthly Quality Improvement (QI) meetings and participates in ongoing QI research and projects
Partakes in monthly case presentations and journal clubs that are led by the APP with Physician support
Provides clinical mentoring to APP students and interns
Attends team educational conferences (M&M, surgical grand rounds, tumor boards) REQUIREMENTS
Current and valid Washington State ARNP licensure or Physician Assistant licensure
Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or an accredited Physician Assistant Program
DEA prescriptive authority
BLS
ACLS ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY The Department of Neurological Surgery at the UW Montlake and Northwest campuses provides patient care services for a broad range of neurological diseases and disorders. The Department is also the primary referral center for patients with complex neurological conditions in the five state WWAMI region, as well as the tertiary referral center for national and international patients. In addition, the Department has one of the premier academic training programs in the world and maintains an active, cutting-edge research program ranging from basic science and translational research to a broad array of clinical trials. ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center – Montlake, UW Medical Center – Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
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.