UPMC Hamot Neurosurgery and Neurointervention is hiring a Full-Time Supervisor (Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner) to join our team! *The ideal candidate has prior APP managerial experience, and 3 years experience in Neurosurgery.* Apply Today to Learn More! Hours: 7 AM - 3:30 PM, Some On Call and Weekends Required Location: UPMC Hamot Heart Institute- 120 East 2nd St, 16507, Erie PA Position Specifics: Great opportunity for an APP Supervisor looking to work with a team of up-and-coming physicians, and those interested in neurointervention, on a team of multi-skilled providers.
Department Details: Our team of surgeons and neurointerventional radiologists (NIRs) works closely with each other to offer expert neurologic care. We treat a wide range of nervous system conditions — from stroke and spine trauma to aneurysms and tumors. We specialize in: Brain tumor removal, Complex and minimally invasive spine surgery, Nerve surgery and Pain treatment.
See what being an Advanced Practice Provider can do for UPMC and what UPMC can do for Advanced Practice Providers – it’s more than just a job! What Can You Bring to UPMC? Contribute to UPMC’s mission of Life Changing Medicine Set the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery team Provide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members.
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. Demonstrate a commitment to the community and to your health care profession What Can UPMC Do for You? A career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and, in the future 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 Sign-on Bonus available if applicable
Organize and oversee staffing of clinical sites with attending physician and Director of Operations. Liaison for all mid level providers for each site. This would include communication to the division management and physicians on behalf of the mid level providers, as well as communication to the MLP's from management.
Act as a liaison to and preceptor for PA and CRNP students. Perform those duties outlined in the Physician Assistant or Certified Nurse Practitioner
. Implements, maintains, monitors, and communicates Human Resources policies pertaining to PA's and CRNP's. Assist staff in preparation of conferences.
Provides departmental leadership to direct, supervise, and manage daily activities of the PA's and CRNP's; completes annual performance evaluations in conjunction with support staff. Facilitate training of staff for all PA's and CRNP's. Oversee staff adherence to compliance requirements including documentation, coding, licensure, internal and external audits, compliance and safety training (OSHA).
Participates in recruitment, evaluation, and management of PA and CRNP employees. Troubleshoot problems in clinical areas. Work in conjunction with clinical staff to resolve issues.
Primary contact for patient complaints or other clinical issues on behalf of the physician in his/her absence. Master's degree required 5 years as a certified nurse practitioner, physician assistant or relevant managerial experience required (at least 3 of the 5 years from APP experience) 3 years experience in the department specialty preferred PA: A graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) is required.
CRNP: The successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program is required. This position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: CRNP: National certification, eligible for licensure by board of nursing for the practicing state, eligible for certification as a CRNP by the practicing state's board of nursing.
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran