Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Nephrology

University of MN Physicians•Fridley, MN

3d•$130,866 - $161,954•Onsite

About The Position

University of Minnesota Physicians is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join the University of Minnesota Nephrology Division in an outpatient clinic setting. The role provides primarily outpatient nephrology care at the Fairview Fridley and Fairview Riverside clinics, caring for new and established adult patients with a broad range of acute and chronic kidney conditions. The position also participates in periodic inpatient nephrology coverage based on division needs. The PA or NP works collaboratively with academic nephrologists and an experienced advanced practice provider team. With physician supervision or collaboration, the clinician provides comprehensive health care services and makes independent decisions about patients’ health care needs. Responsibilities include physical and psychological health assessments, patient education and counseling, ordering and interpreting diagnostic procedures, and managing acute and chronic conditions to ensure continuity of care in the communities served. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position (40 hours per week), primarily Monday through Friday, with periodic schedule adjustments associated with inpatient coverage. The full-time salary range is $130,866–$161,954, commensurate with practice experience; incentive compensation or additional specialty-specific compensation may also be available. Salary is prorated based on FTE. University of Minnesota Physicians is a Minneapolis-headquartered nonprofit organization. It describes its culture as inclusive and offers opportunities for career development in health care. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process, in performing essential job functions, and in receiving employment benefits and privileges.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or formal Adult Nurse Practitioner training program.
For Nurse Practitioners: current Minnesota RN license and approval or eligibility from the Minnesota Board of Nursing for prescription writing privileges.
For Physician Assistants: current PA license with prescriptive authority through the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
Eligible for or currently certified through NCCPA, ANCC, or AANP.
Able to meet threshold criteria and qualifications for credentialing and privileges.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in a clinic or hospital setting in nephrology or a related specialty area is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide primarily outpatient nephrology care at the Fairview Fridley and Fairview Riverside clinics.
Care for new and established patients with a broad range of acute and chronic kidney conditions.
Participate in periodic inpatient nephrology coverage based on division coverage needs.
Collaborate with academic nephrologists and an experienced team of advanced practice providers to provide comprehensive nephrology care.
Make independent decisions about patients’ health care needs while working with the supervision or collaboration of licensed physicians.
Provide physical and psychological health assessments, patient education, and counseling.
Order and interpret diagnostic procedures.
Manage acute and chronic disease conditions and ensure continuity of care for individuals in the communities served.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and market-leading benefits package.
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance, including a vision discount plan.
Substantial 401(k) employer contribution.
Generous flexible time off.
Well-being program with an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.
Allowance for continuing education, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
Disability, accident, life, and malpractice insurance.
Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Career development opportunities.
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.