Teaching Associate, Advance Practice Provider (ARNP or PA-C) - GI/Fluoro Radiology
Position Overview
Organization: Radiology
Title: Teaching Associate, Advance Practice Provider (ARNP or PA-C) - GI/Fluoro Radiology
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Radiology in the School of Medicine at the University of Washington in Seattle is seeking applications for one full-time Teaching Associate, ARNP or PA-C, in the Abdominal Radiology section with an anticipated start date of June 1, 2023. 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.
The Gastrointestinal (GI) APP will be working collaboratively with Abdominal Radiologists and interact with referring physicians, nurses, and other allied health staff to provide all aspects of high-quality patient care in a dynamic Radiology procedural and diagnostic practice that includes hospital inpatients, and outpatients. The APP will be mentored closely by multiple Radiology Faculty to include those from GI and GU fluoroscopy procedures performed by the division.
Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Coordinate fluoroscopy schedule and patient flow with the technologists, radiologists, and ordering services
- Perform GU fluoroscopy exams independently, after training and privileges submitted are granted by the Office of Medical Staff Appointments (OMSA), including RUG, VCUG, and fistulogram among others, with the in-person or remote backup of a radiologist.
- Perform GI fluoroscopy exams independently, after training and privileges submitted and granted by OMSA (including Speech video swallow, Esophagram, UGI, SBFT, and Barium Enema) with the in-person or remote backup of a radiologist. Some of these procedures may also be done in collaboration with other non-radiology providers (e.g. Speech Language Pathology)
- Communicate with the radiology residents and fellows about the day’s exams and their possible involvement
- Dictate Final (if APP will be billing for procedure) reports on the procedure portion of the exam and independently sign or co-sign with the supervising radiologist.
- Caring for patients in Pre- and Post-Procedure phases of care
- Help streamline the fluoroscopy processes and protocols
- Reviewing history and physical exam for patient related discussions and management
- Obtaining consents as needed
- Ordering Pre-procedure and Post-procedural orders, procedures and tests as needed
- Dictating Post-procedure Progress and communication notes as needed
- Dictate CTA and MRA studies with measurements and prepare drafts for the radiologists to co-sign
The APP will also participate in quality improvement projects and process improvement activities, as well as participate in and support the Department’s education, research, and quality initiatives. Teaching Associates also provides education and mentorship to fellow team members, staff, residents, fellows, nurses, and students. This individual will be well versed in UWMC CPOE/EPIC and follow UWMC Professional Behavior Policy and Procedures. All UW faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.
The University of Washington (UW) is the nation’s top public educational and research institution. The School of Medicine has been ranked second in the world among the top two recipients of federal research grants. Our hospitals consistently rank among the best for patient care in the nation, as does the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance for cancer care delivery. The UW Department of Radiology is internationally recognized as a dynamic, progressive, and high-impact in the field of Diagnostic Imaging. Our academic enterprise complements the clinical, teaching, and research activities of one of the nation's leading healthcare delivery enterprises.
The base salary range for this position will be: $9,616 - $12,357 per month ($115,392 - $148,284 annually) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization. This position is incentive eligible through the physicians practice plan.
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.
For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf.
Seattle is a cosmopolitan city with a dramatic backdrop of water, forests, and mountains. It is famous for its vibrant downtown neighborhoods and many cultural strengths – consistently ranked among the top urban areas for the quality of life. Our staff enjoys outstanding benefits, strong support for professional growth, and an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, and artistic pursuits.
Qualifications
Candidates should meet the following requirements:
- Graduate Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program
- Current and valid state Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nursing Licensure for ARNP or Physician Assistant licensure for PA-C
- Nationally certified ARNP/PA with DEA
- Current PA-C certification by the NCCPA and licensed as a PA-C by the Washington State Department of Health
- Have BLS and ACLS certification
- Highly reliable, a flexible provider with proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment
- Effective interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in the care of patients
- Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
- Basic computer knowledge and command of basic personal computer skills
Instructions
Please upload the following required forms as part of the application process: Updated CV, Letter of Interest or Cover Letter, and Diversity Statement. In your cover letter, please include information about your experiences with and/or commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion that can also be included in your Diversity/DEI statement. Please also include the contact information for two professional references.
Address inquiries to:
Puneet Bhargava, MD
Professor, Director of Gastrointestinal (GI) Programs
University of Washington Medical Center
1959 NE Pacific Street, Box 357115
Seattle, WA 98195
Email: bhargp@uw.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits Information
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.
Commitment to Diversity
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).
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Disability Services
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information
Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.