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Job Description Job Description Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant) - General Urology - Inpatient/Outpatient
Position Summary
Urology Associates is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our General Urology team. The APP will work collaboratively with physicians and other members of the clinical team to provide comprehensive urologic care to adult patients in both outpatient clinic and inpatient settings .
This position will include rotating responsibilities between outpatient clinics, inpatient care , and rotating weekend call coverage as determined by departmental needs and provider scheduling. The APP will evaluate and manage urologic conditions, provide pre- and post-operative care, perform appropriate office-based procedures, and assist with continuity of care across clinical settings.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent clinical judgment, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to manage a high-volume patient population both independently and collaboratively.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical history and physical examinations.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic urologic conditions within the APP's scope of practice and in collaboration with supervising/collaborating physicians.
Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans.
Order, interpret, and review laboratory testing, imaging studies, and diagnostic procedures.
Perform office-based urologic procedures within scope of practice, training, and demonstrated competency.
Provide patient education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, procedures, and follow-up care.
Manage pre-operative and post-operative care for urologic patients.
Provide follow-up and ongoing management for medical and surgical urology patients.
Rotate between outpatient clinic and inpatient responsibilities based on departmental scheduling and patient care needs.
Provide inpatient urologic care, including patient evaluations, rounding, follow-up care, coordination of treatment plans, and communication with the supervising/collaborating physician and hospital care team.
Assist with transitions of care between the inpatient and outpatient settings to promote continuity and appropriate follow-up.
Document patient encounters accurately and timely within the electronic medical record (EMR).
Assist with coordination of care, referrals, and authorizations as appropriate.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, fellow APPs, nursing staff, medical assistants, hospital personnel, and administrative staff.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and practice development.
Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, hospital, and organizational regulations, policies, and clinical standards.
Share in rotating weekend call coverage to support continuity of patient care and departmental coverage needs.
Perform other clinical duties within scope of practice as assigned based on departmental and patient care needs.
Preferred Clinical Experience
Experience in the following areas is preferred:
General adult urology
Overactive bladder and urinary incontinence
Recurrent urinary tract infections
Voiding dysfunction
Kidney stone management
Catheter management
Pre-operative and post-operative urologic care
Inpatient or hospital-based patient management
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
Current Tennessee NP or PA license in good standing.
Current board certification.
DEA registration and prescriptive authority, as applicable.
Minimum of 1-2 years of APP experience preferred; urology experience strongly preferred.
Previous inpatient or hospital-based experience preferred.
Ability to work independently while maintaining effective collaboration with supervising/collaborating physicians and other members of the healthcare team.
Strong clinical judgment, interpersonal skills, and organizational abilities.
Ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a high-volume clinical environment.
EMR experience required.
Ability and willingness to rotate between outpatient and inpatient responsibilities.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
Ability to assist with and perform clinical procedures within scope of practice.
Ability to lift and move supplies and equipment as needed.
Ability to perform duties in both outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital environments.
Schedule
Full-time position.
Primary schedule Monday-Friday.
Rotating outpatient clinic and inpatient responsibilities based on departmental needs and provider scheduling.
Procedural responsibilities as appropriate based on training, competency, and patient care needs.
Shared rotating weekend call coverage to support continuity of patient care and departmental coverage needs.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Productivity incentive opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid basic life insurance
Optional short-term disability coverage
Optional additional life insurance for employee and/or family members
Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Paid vacation and sick time, plus 2 personal days annually
Company-paid holidays
Retirement plan with employer match
Company-paid profit sharing
CME allowance and paid CME time
Malpractice coverage
Company Description Urology Associates is a growing, physician-owned practice committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. With multiple locations and a wide range of specialty services, UA offers employees the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, grow professionally, and be part of a team that truly makes a difference in our patients' lives.
Worksite address
nashville, TN, 37201, US
Who can apply
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