Nurse Practitioner (Arnp) Or Physician Assistant (Pa-C )

Job Description

NURSE PRACTITIONER (ARNP) or PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (PA-C )

Req #: 234301 Department: GI CLINIC Job Location: Harborview Medical Center Posting Date: 07/28/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $10116.00 - $15823.00 per month Other Compensation: In addition to base pay, this position may also be eligible for:

$10,000 sign-on bonus

Union Position: Yes Shift: First Shift Benefits: The University of Washington (UW) offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing through the UW retirement options; enjoy generous vacation and sick leave policies; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. $10,000 Sign-On Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine
Harborview Medical Center’s (HMC) Gastroenterology clinic has an outstanding opportunity for an ARNP, Nurse Practitioner; or PA-C, Physician Assistant.
WORK SCHEDULE:
• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• M-F Day Shift, four 10 hr shifts or five 8 hr shifts, 8-1630 or 0700-1730
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:
The Gastroenterology Clinic at Harborview offers expert consultations and comprehensive care for a wide-spectrum of digestive disorders and problems of the gastrointestinal system. Our clinic features a dedicated inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) team to treat Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and an infusion center. Providers also have expertise in gastrointestinal motility and functional bowel disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), esophageal and swallowing disorders, diverticular disease and diseases of the pancreas and bile ducts.
Our team aims to provide exemplary care with compassion. The quality of care provided at the Gastroenterology Clinic is evidenced by our adenoma detection rates (the most important quality measure for screening colonoscopy), which are among the highest in the country. Harborview is also one of the primary academic teaching institutions affiliated with University of Washington School of Medicine.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Conveniently located near public transportation
• Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
• Opportunity to provide the world-class care for patients from every walk of life, especially our most vulnerable and underserved neighbors
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provides comprehensive assessments of complex/specialized patients, and when appropriate, their families.
• Maintains the care of a “panel” of patients in the assigned clinical area.
• Obtains and records medical histories, performs physical examinations, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, establishes diagnosis and follows current standards of practice for prescribing medications and/or establishing treatment protocols. Recognizes own limitations and consults when appropriate.
• Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment and works in collaboration with the physician to develop management and treatment plans.
• Documents findings, reports and plans of care including needed patient education and appropriate follow up of care in the medical record.
• Performs efficiently during emergency situations, using sound judgment and following established protocol.
• Participates in the QA and process improvement activities of the clinic. Shares in the improvement in quality of patient care through participation in committees, implementation of new trends in nursing or medical care, and by contributing suggestions for improvement in organized delivery of care.
• Participates in an interdepartmental effort to facilitate a safe environment for staff and patient care.
• Follows clinic standards on the use of safety equipment and regulations for personnel (i.e., blood borne pathogens, TB, etc.).
• Assists in the training of various levels of health care professionals.
• Develops and maintains relationships with clinic staff, clinic manager, clinic medical director, interdisciplinary patient care teams and other hospital staff to ensure maximizing positive department and employee relationships.
• Supports and advocates the mission and objectives of the medical center and division and assists in interpreting these to patients, visitors and the community.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Nurse Practitioner:
Master’s Degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing
AND Washington State Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License with prescriptive privileges
AND National certification as a Nurse Practitioner
AND ACLS certification
OR
• Physician Assistant:
Licensure as a Physician’s Assistant in the State of Washington with national certification from a national certifying body (NCCPA).
Applicant must be eligible to receive hospital staff appointments for adjunct staff membership by the Organized Medial Staff of the hospital under Medical Staff By-Laws for hospital-based positions.
AND ACLS certification
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Find your place at Washington’s only integrated health system devoted to improving the health of all people. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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