Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP/PA-C), Urology [Urologic Oncology]

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

7d•$120,000 - $174,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is being recruited for through a secondary applicant tracking system. To be considered for the role, please apply at the following link: Position Details - Academic Personnel & Faculty. The Department of Urology has an outstanding opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP - ARNP/PA-C) to fill a full-time, 12 month, academic position at the Teaching Associate level. The anticipated start date for the position is as early as Summer 2026. 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. The ARNP/PA is an integrated role, which includes clinical, education and research components. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing Urologic care independently and in concert with appropriate privileges, including initial and ongoing assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patient's medical, physical and psycho-social status primarily in the outpatient settings. This individual will be a member of an interdisciplinary team, collaborating with physicians to actively participate in the care of patients undergoing treatment and prevention at the interdisciplinary Urology Clinic at the University of Washington Medical Center Montlake Campus (UWMC-ML). There will be an opportunity to interact and work with Residents and Fellows.

Requirements

Current and valid state Registered Nurse Licensure or Licensure as a PA in Washington State
Graduate Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or graduate of an accredited PA program.
Nationally certified ARNP or PA-C with DEA.
There is no minimum years' of experience requirement as long as education, license and certification requirements are met.

Responsibilities

Obtaining relevant patient history, including family and social history
Ordering, initiating and/or performing appropriate tests
Performing comprehensive physical exams
Identifying diagnoses based on history, test result interpretation and assessment
Prescribing and/or instituting treatment plans based on assessments and diagnostic tests
Prescribing medications as needed
Evaluating patient outcomes and adjusting treatments accordingly
Post-operative management
Working with systemic therapies for advanced cancer
Dealing with symptom management and palliative care issues
Initiating consultation with attending physicians, fellows, and chief resident
Responding to patient calls and facilitating nurse questions and communication with patients
Assisting with minor surgical procedures in the clinic setting within the scope of practice
Demonstrate accountability for the effectiveness of the service area and the organization, support the organizational and service area mission, philosophy, values and goals.
Participate in efforts to continuously improve quality of care.
Manage patient care through the efficient use of own time.
Communicate effectively with individuals and in-groups.
Demonstrate and promote a service and values based culture in the work environment.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in the care of urology patients
Contribute to positive working relationships with members of the health care team.
Demonstrate accountability for own growth and competency (and provides opportunities that contribute to the growth and competency of others).
Is open to constructive feedback and integrates recommendations into practice.
Share expertise and information with others
Develop and maintain competency of self and others, keeping abreast of current research, changing practice patterns, and changing patient profiles.
Maintains current, active hospital medical staff credentialing and admitting privileges.
Responsibly follows cost-effective, evidence-based guidelines for practice.
Collaborate with physicians and other health care professionals in the specialty to address clinical practice issues and changes.
Develop and maintain relationships with clinical staff, clinical manager, clinical medical director, interdisciplinary patient care teams and other staff to ensure maximizing positive department and employee relationships.
Serve as a role model and resource to other staff
Participate in educational opportunities for medical students and residents.