NP)-Interventional Radiology

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

3d•$124,845 - $178,090

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will support the Interventional Radiology Body Procedures service line at UVA Health, providing high-quality care primarily to adult patients and occasionally to pediatric and geriatric patients. The role works closely with Interventional Radiologists, residents, APP colleagues, and multidisciplinary clinical teams to perform image-guided procedures that influence diagnosis, treatment, and patient outcomes. The APP performs procedures including paracentesis, thoracentesis, image-guided biopsies, and drainage catheter placements, using ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and CT guidance when indicated. The position includes structured onboarding, procedural credentialing, and progressive training. After onboarding, credentialing, and competency achievement, the provider has a high level of procedural independence and ownership while working within a collaborative, experienced team. The broader APP scope includes evidence-based clinical care, patient education, accurate documentation, compliance with institutional and regulatory standards, support for specialty best practices and protocols, education and mentoring, quality improvement, professional governance, and ongoing professional development. The position requires a master's degree from an accredited graduate nursing or physician assistant program, applicable Virginia licensure or eligibility, and current BLS certification. Additional certifications may be required for the specific position. The role is based within UVA Health, an academic health system and nationally recognized Interventional Radiology program. The stated annual pay range is $124,845.00 to $178,089.60, with individual compensation based on qualifications, experience, and/or education. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree.
License or eligibility for licensure as an Advanced Practice Provider in Virginia, in an applicable role.
For Nurse Practitioners, a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required.
Must meet and maintain credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or Virginia Board of Nursing, and applicable certifying bodies.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current PALS or NRP certification when required for the position.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification when required for the position.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods; frequently bend or stoop and reach overhead, extensively, and repetitively; and perform repetitive computer keyboard work.
Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; and ability to write legibly.
Ability to lift, push, or pull 50–100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Interventional Radiology, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Surgery, or another procedural specialty.
Interest in hands-on procedural work, collaboration, and advancing technical and clinical capabilities.

Responsibilities

Perform image-guided procedures, including paracentesis, thoracentesis, image-guided biopsies, and drainage catheter placements.
Use ultrasound guidance, fluoroscopy, and CT-guided imaging when indicated.
Coordinate patient care with Interventional Radiologists, residents, APP colleagues, oncology, nephrology, and other consulting services.
Provide expert, evidence-based care within the APP's clinical practice and specialty team.
Provide health education to patients.
Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation and comply with institutional and regulatory standards.
Participate in structured onboarding, procedural credentialing, and competency development.
Support the development of specialty best practices and protocols.
Serve on committees and workgroups to enhance patient care and provide education to learners.
Mentor new team members.
Contribute to clinical quality improvement work and participate in professional governance through the APP Council.
Attend local and departmental team development meetings.
Maintain required licenses, certifications, and specialty training competencies, and participate in professional organizations.