Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant, Dialysis & OP, Internal Medicine Nephrology

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant, Dialysis & OP, Internal Medicine Nephrology

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine's faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Internal Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. One full-time staff position for Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is available in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Nephrology at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. This position will provide out-patient care for return Nephrology patients through morning sessions at UCMC and WC office sites. This position will also support our outpatient dialysis efforts across the tri-state area IN, OH, and KY. The APP will provide comprehensive, continuous, and personalized patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations for all aspects of kidney disorders. Provide and facilitate the delivery of care for outpatient situations and perform independently or as part of a treatment team.

Essential Functions:

• Rounding on patients on hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis or kidney transplant recipients across the tri-state area.
• Independently manage a panel of nephrology patients, including clinical evaluations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, and developing treatment plans in collaboration with supervising nephrologists as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Collaborate with other providers and members of the health care team in delivery of care and make appropriate referrals when needed.
• Educate patients and families about medical conditions and treatment plans.
• Facilitate staff, patient, and family decision making using evidence-based practice.
• Participate in education of nurse practitioners, nurse practitioners and medical students.
• Manage out-patient e-consult volumes as needed
• Participation in the holiday coverage schedule is expected and will be coordinated equitably across the team
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Nurse Practitioner Required Education: Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program. Required Trainings/Certifications: Active Ohio APRN license with prescriptive authority. Active Board Certification in appropriate nursing specialty. Required Experience: Three (3) years nursing experience. - OR - Physician Assistant Required Education: Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program. Required Trainings/Certifications: Active Ohio Physician Assistant license with prescriptive authority. Certification as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment: Sitting - Often Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often Hearing, listening - Often Talking - Often Standing - Often Walking - Often Bending - Seldom Stooping - Seldom Kneeling, squatting - Seldom Reaching overhead - Seldom Pulling, pushing - Seldom

Compensation and Benefits: UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission, Robust Retirement Plans, Real Work-Life Balance, Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience, Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription), Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs, Professional development & mentorship opportunities.