UVA Health System-posted 8 months ago
$93,142 - $149,032/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Newcomb Hall, VA
Hospitals

UVA Health is seeking a PA or NP to join its Inpatient Endocrinology advanced practice provider (APP) team. The APP hired for this position will join a collaborative team of consultant APPs and physicians managing endocrine disorders for inpatients across multiple service lines at UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville, VA. The successful candidate will join a growing consultant team managing a list of 40-50+ patients, with approximately 75% of those geared toward glycemic management. As this team grows, an APP-led diabetes consult service with a practice model emphasizing both autonomy and team collaboration will help our growing patient population continue realizing the many benefits associated with high-level glycemic management. Care of additional endocrine disorders will be managed in collaboration with an attending endocrinologist. As an academic medical center, UVA possesses a rich culture of continual education and professional development that welcomes engaged learners.

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments, including history and physical examinations of patients with endocrine disorders.
  • Manage acute and chronic endocrine conditions, predominantly diabetes mellitus, but also thyroid, adrenal, and other metabolic disorders.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor treatment plans in collaboration with endocrinologists, members of the patient's primary team, and other healthcare providers.
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory results relevant to endocrine disorders.
  • Provide patient education on disease management, treatment plans, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Manage inpatient consultations and follow-up care for endocrine patients.
  • Monitor and adjust medications and treatment regimens based on patient response and clinical guidelines.
  • Coordinate care with specialists, surgeons, dietitians, and other healthcare team professionals.
  • Collaborate with attending endocrinologists, fellows, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Participate in case discussions, rounds, and care planning meetings.
  • Communicate management plans and recommendations effectively with primary service teams, and patients and families.
  • Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including progress notes, orders, and billing/coding entries.
  • Ensure documentation is compliant with hospital policies, legal requirements, and accreditation standards.
  • Stay current with advancements in endocrinology and related fields through continuing education and professional development.
  • Participate in departmental meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and research.
  • Master's Degree as an Advance Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or as an Advance Practice Provider - Physician Assistant.
  • One to two years minimum experience as an Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant preferred.
  • License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) as set forth by the state of Virginia.
  • If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
  • Current PALS/NRP, as required specific to position.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required.
  • An annual financial allowance for CME/professional development is made available by the institution.
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