Teaching Associate - Cardiac Surgery Service (Clinic) Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - University of Washington

Req #: 237510 Department: The Department of Surgery Posting Date: 08/30/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $10,834 - $15,391 per month Shift: First Shift **UW Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiac Surgery Service (Clinic)** has an outstanding opportunity for an **Advanced Practice Provider - Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant-Certified (ARNP/PA)** **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS** Applicants should submit a letter of interest, diversity statement, and a current CV electronically through Interfolio at **https://apply.interfolio.com/150554** **WORK SCHEDULE** + Day Shift **DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS** The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine is seeking a full-time Cardiothoracic Surgery Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) at the rank of Teaching Associate with an estimated start date in Fall 2024. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. The ARNP/PA will provide intraoperative and ambulatory care services in partnership with the Cardiac Surgery team at University of Washington - Montlake Campus. **POSITION HIGHLIGHTS** + Teaching Associate for a full scope outpatient OBGYN Advanced Practice Provider + Teaching Associates hold annual appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30) and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms. + Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. **REQUIREMENTS** + Work on a dedicated cardiothoracic inter-professional team with other established APPs and cardiac surgeons + Provide pre-screening evaluation and follow-up care for cardiac surgery patients in the ambulatory care setting + Assist physician faculty to address clinical issues within scope of practice + Act as a liaison between the medical and surgical team members in the pursuit of the delivery of exceptional care + Participate in the education of nursing staff and surgical residents + Participate in quality improvement projects and process improvement activities for the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** + Experience as an APP in an ambulatory care setting + Current and valid state Registered Nurse and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Licensure for ARNP or Physician Assistant licensure for PA + Graduate Degree from and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or accredited Physician Assistant Program + Nationally certified ARNP/PA with DEA + Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment + ACLS Certification + Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing + Basic computer knowledge and command of basic personal computer skills **CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT** All candidates must be eligible for and able to maintain a Washington State medical license. The University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Candidates will be expected to provide medical services at the University of Washington affiliated hospitals, train residents and medical students, and make academic contributions to the field. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.