UPMC Urology of Central PA · 2 days ago
PA or CRNP, Hanover Urology
Hanover, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$52.21/hr - $75.30/hr
3+ years expUPMC Urology of Central PA is seeking a Full-Time Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner to support Hanover Urology. The role involves providing outpatient care in Urology, establishing collaborative relationships with healthcare providers and patients, and contributing to the quality of care delivery.
Medical Practice
Responsibilities
Applies basic professional practice knowledge and skills appropriate for practice setting
Communicates effectively, both verbally and in documentation
Demonstrates critical thinking in all areas of professional practice
Learns to incorporate acceptable standards of professional practice as well as business unit and health system’s goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction
Formulates a plan of care that considers individual patient needs
Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice
Seeks guidance and asks questions to continuously improve professional practice
Builds relationships with patients, families, and colleagues
Identifies ethical situations within patient care or within the workplace and seeks assistance
Professionally accepts assignments that gradually increase patient load and complexity
Actively engages in clinical development of all members of the healthcare team
Requests opportunities to learn advanced professional practice techniques from senior healthcare team members
Seeks, accepts, and utilizes performance feedback from peers, preceptors, and unit/department Leaders as a learning opportunity and to improve practice
Demonstrates enthusiasm for continuous learning and identifies and creates a plan for the continuation of learning and development
Identifies patient and family needs for education and provides basic education to support the episode of care
Seeks professional development and involvement through membership in a professional organization and/or reading professional literature on a regular basis
Demonstrates a basic knowledge of research, how it affects practice and who/what resources are available to assist with evidence-based practice by asking questions, demonstrating interest, participating in journal clubs
Clinical practice demonstrates knowledge of how quality and innovation impacts patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical quality outcomes
Identifies opportunities for improvement in the clinical area
Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team
Begins to demonstrate awareness of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions
Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace
Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care
Makes recommendations for the improvement of clinical care and the health of the workplace and welcomes and participates in change initiatives
Leads by investing and building healthy relationships among colleagues and other disciplines
Shows the ability to set priorities
Begins to serve as an engaged member of a team supporting colleagues in service to patients and families and may participate in task forces or other initiatives
Qualification
Required
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately with the patients served as specified below
Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs
Provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families
Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment
Handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment
Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care
Good clinical judgment
Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and lead others in application of acceptable standards of practice
Mobility and visual manual dexterity
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients
Current state RN license and CRNP certification are required
Current state PA license certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required
Current CPR certification is required
Act 33 Clearance will be required
Act 73 Clearance will be required
Act 34 Clearance required
A graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) is required
The successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program is required
Minimum 3 years of experience or Completion of a post-graduate residency
Completion of National Certification
Must achieve a Solid/Strong/Good performance rating or higher on annual performance evaluation for consideration and to maintain status annually
Completion of an OAPP approved professional contribution within one year of hire or promotion into the position
Must have department chair approval for promotion
ACLS or ITLS or NALS or PALS or ACLS or other certifications listed must meet AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Preferred
BSN, MSN is preferred
Professional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience is preferred
BS or MS candidate is preferred
Experience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting is preferred
Benefits
Health and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement program
Work life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as: PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leave
Competitive pay for the work that you do – base pay, merit, and premium pay
Company
UPMC Urology of Central PA
“Urology of Central PA providers have a long history of providing top quality, convenient urologic care.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase