Neurology-Neuropalliative - Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

University of Rochester • City of Rochester, NY

11d • $98,010 - $137,218 • Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. NP/PA FT Position, Monday-Friday days Seeking a compassionate and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our growing Outpatient Neuropalliative Care team. This role is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about improving quality of life for patients living with serious neurologic illnesses—such as ALS, neuromuscular disorders, advanced Parkinson’s disease, dementia, brain injury, and neurodegenerative conditions—and supporting their families through complex decision-making, symptom management, and advance care planning.

Requirements

• Nurse Practitioner Require a Master's degree as a Nurse Practitioner, an active New York State Registered Nurse license in good standing, an active New York State Nurse Practitioner licensure in good standing and current national certification as an Nurse Practitioner.
• Physician Assistant Required completion of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program, an active New York State Physician Assistant licensure in good standing and current national certification as a Physician Assistant by NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants)
• NPs and PAs will demonstrate clinical competence, superior verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal effectiveness and customer relation skills, computer competence and must have an active desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive, interdisciplinary, patient-centered neuropalliative care in an outpatient clinic setting.
• Conduct detailed assessments, formulate care plans, and manage symptoms.
• Lead or participate in goals-of-care discussions, advance care planning, and caregiver support.
• Coordinate care across multiple specialties to ensure continuity and timely follow-up.
• Prescribe medications, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and perform relevant clinical procedures within scope.
• Opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and research involvement.
• The APP will participate in the education of learners (students and new employees), using clinical learning experiences, knowledge sharing and skill training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level