Magee Women’s Hospital is looking for a full-time PA or CRNP to work within The Division of Gynecology Specialties. Gynecology Specialties provides care to a wide range of patients, including patients with a history of endometriosis, chronic gynecologic concerns, those seeking care with our fibroid treatment center, women seeking menopausal care in our Midlife Center, and those with recurrent or sudden pregnancy loss including pregnancy options counseling and support to those with recurrent or sudden pregnancy loss. The division is staffed by 11 attendings, 5 APPs, and is supported by several nurses, medical assistants, schedulers, and other supportive staff.
We are seeking an APP who will primarily work in the Midlife Health office, caring for women seeking menopausal care. The ideal candidate will work closely with our team of clinical staff, support staff and schedulers to assure we provide a comprehensive approach to care. The individual will need to have strong communication skills, enjoy collaborating with other members on the team, and have a passion for women’s health.
Hours: Monday-Friday, daylight hours. 4 10-hour shifts. No evenings, weekends, or on-call.
- Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care. Makes recommendations for the improvement of clinical care and the health of the workplace and welcomes and participates in change initiatives. Leads by investing and building healthy relationships among colleagues and other disciplines. Shows the ability to set priorities. Begins to serve as an engaged member of a team supporting colleagues in service to patients and families and may participate in task forces or other initiatives.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately with the patients served as specified below
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
- Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs
- Provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures
Special Skills And Abilities Required
- Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families
- Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment
- Handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment
- Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care
- Good clinical judgment
- Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and lead others in application of acceptable standards of practice
- Mobility and visual manual dexterity
- Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients
This position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice.
Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP):
- The successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program is required
- BSN, MSN is preferred
- Professional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience is preferred
- Current state RN license and CRNP certification are required
- National certification, eligible for licensure by Pennsylvania board of nursing, eligible for certification as a CRNP by Pennsylvania state board of nursing
- Current CPR certification is required
- Act 33 Clearance will be required
- Act 73 Clearance will be required
- Act 34 Clearance required
Physician Assistant (PA): - A graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) is required
- BS or MS candidate is preferred
- Experience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting is preferred
- Current state PA license certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required
- Current CPR certification is required
- Act 33 Clearance will be required
- Act 73 Clearance will be required
- Act 34 Clearance required
Senior Level
- Minimum 3 years of experience or Completion of a post-graduate residency
- The successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner or a graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) program is required
- BSN, MSN preferred for CRNP, BS or MS preferred for PA
- Completion of National Certification
- Must achieve a Solid/Strong/Good performance rating or higher on annual performance evaluation for consideration and to maintain status annually
- Completion of an OAPP approved professional contribution within one year of hire or promotion into the position.
- Must have department chair approval for promotion
- ACLS or ITLS or NALS or PALS or ACLS or other certifications listed must meet AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
OAPP: If practicing in an outpatient or other non-inpatient setting, APPs can use one of the certifications above or use a business unit approved certification which is relevant, and value added to the practice setting.
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