APP) - Preoperative Anesthesia Clinic

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

3d•$116,123 - $171,163•Onsite

About The Position

The Preoperative Anesthesia Clinic is a specialized outpatient practice focused on optimizing patients for surgery through comprehensive preoperative assessment, risk stratification, and perioperative planning. Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) work within an anesthesia-led, multidisciplinary team alongside anesthesiologists, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and procedural teams to improve patient safety, reduce surgical delays, and enhance perioperative outcomes. APPs conduct detailed histories and physical examinations, review diagnostic testing, assess anesthetic and surgical risk, develop evidence-based optimization plans, and coordinate with specialty consultants as indicated. The practice serves adult and pediatric surgical populations and supports providers practicing with a high degree of autonomy. It has no inpatient rounding requirements and offers professional development in perioperative and anesthesia-related practice. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday during day-shift hours, with no nights, holidays, or call requirements stated. The posted annual pay range is $116,123.00–$171,163.20; individual compensation depends on qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program; the minimum requirements section specifies graduation from an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree.
Current certification as an FNP (FNP-BC or FNP-C), ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, or primary care NP (AG-PCNP or PCNP), as applicable to the position.
Current unrestricted or eligible licensure as an advanced practice provider in Virginia; nurse practitioners must also hold a Virginia registered nurse license as specified in the minimum requirements.
Maintain credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or Virginia Board of Nursing, and applicable certifying bodies.
Current BLS certification.
Current DEA registration if required by state and organizational policy.
Ability to obtain privileges within the health system.
PALS/NRP and ACLS as required for the specific position.
Meet department- and unit-specific experience requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of advanced practice experience is listed as preferred; the posting also describes it as required.
Experience in anesthesia, perioperative medicine, surgery, hospital medicine, critical care, cardiology, internal medicine, family medicine, or pre-admission testing.
Knowledge of perioperative risk assessment and optimization guidelines.
Experience working in multidisciplinary surgical and medical environments.
Epic EMR experience.
Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive preoperative histories and physical examinations for patients scheduled for surgery or procedures.
Assess medical comorbidities and perioperative risks using current evidence-based guidelines.
Order, review, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic studies, including laboratory tests, imaging, and cardiac evaluations, as clinically appropriate and within scope of practice.
Develop and implement individualized preoperative optimization and care plans.
Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, primary care providers, specialists, and ancillary departments to facilitate surgical readiness and safe surgical care.
Educate patients and families about anesthesia, perioperative expectations, medication management, procedural preparation, and treatment plans.
Document clinical assessments, recommendations, and plans of care accurately and promptly in the electronic health record.
Coordinate care and follow-up for identified optimization needs.
Maintain compliance with regulatory, accreditation, organizational, and departmental standards and policies.
Maintain required licensure, certification, clinical competencies, and professional standards; participate in continuing education and professional development.
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, operational, performance improvement, and departmental education initiatives.
Serve as a clinical resource and subject matter expert; contribute to clinical processes and best practices and support education, onboarding, and mentorship as appropriate.
Promote a collaborative, patient-centered care environment through effective communication, collaboration, and professional accountability.