Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP/PA-C) - Endocrine and Colorectal Surgical Oncology – Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – University of Washington, Department of Surgery
About The Position
The University of Washington Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, is recruiting a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide patient care at the Fred Hutch Cancer Center (FHCC) Campus. The position includes a faculty appointment as a Teaching Associate in the Department of Surgery, with an anticipated start in early 2027. Teaching Associates hold annual appointments aligned with a 12-month service period, July 1 through June 30, and may be reappointed for subsequent annual terms. Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over the 12-month period, with the equivalent of one month available for paid time off. The FHCC Endocrine and Colorectal APP works as part of a multidisciplinary team of physicians, fellows, and RNs providing medical and surgical management. The APP is fully deployed at FHCC and is expected to work four clinic days and one administrative day per week, with one day per week on the colorectal service and three days per week on the endocrine service. The position evaluates and manages pre- and post-operative patients, addresses treatment toxicities, performs procedures, monitors cancer progression or recurrence, and coordinates care with the treatment team. Clinical responsibilities are performed within the APP’s scope of practice and institutional privileges under the supervision of an attending physician. All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Applications are accepted through Interfolio, and the position remains open until filled.
Requirements
- Current and valid Washington State Registered Nurse licensure for ARNP or Physician Assistant licensure for PA-C.
- Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- National certification as an ARNP or PA and eligibility for DEA registration.
- Demonstrated excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment.
- Effective interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
- Basic computer knowledge and command of basic personal computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- Prior surgical clinic or operating room experience is desired.
- Highly motivated new graduates with relevant surgical training backgrounds may be considered, with an extended onboarding period.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate and consult with surgery attending physicians and other disciplines or services to ensure safe, effective, timely treatment and continuity of patient care.
- Perform complex and problem-focused histories and physical examinations.
- Evaluate and manage patients during pre-operative and post-operative stages and conduct long-term surveillance.
- Perform procedures within licensure, credentialing, and scope of practice.
- Address treatment toxicities and monitor patients for cancer progression or recurrence.
- Coordinate patient care collaboratively with the treatment team.
- Provide education to patients, caregivers, and peers.
- Communicate effectively with inpatient and outpatient teams.
- Participate in patient rounds, conferences, and committees.
- Contribute to teaching, research, and service as a University of Washington faculty member.
Benefits
- The equivalent of one month is available for paid time off during the 12-month service period.
- Relocation assistance may be available for out-of-state candidates.
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