Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant, Internal Medicine, Nephrology and Hypertension Division

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant, Internal Medicine, Nephrology and Hypertension Division


Posting Start Date: 5/26/26


Work Arrangement: Onsite


Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

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Job Overview

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 and Hypertension at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. This position 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 inpatient and outpatient situations and perform independently or as part of a treatment team. The inpatient care includes acute care work and apheresis on medical and surgical floors including ICU care at UC Medical Center. Position will primarily support the Consult 1 service and work in tandem with physicians, APPs, residents, and fellows.


Essential Functions

• Rounding on patients on hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis or kidney transplant recipients.
• Attend one half day clinic session per week and/or rounding on chronic dialysis shift patients in the community settings.
• 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 research and development projects.
• Participate in education of nurse practitioners, nurse practitioners and medical students.
• Manage in-patient and out-patient e-consult volumes
• Participation in the holiday coverage schedule is expected and will be coordinated equitably across the team
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Nurse Practitioner

Required Education

Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.

Required Experience

Three (3) years nursing experience.

Required Trainings/Certifications

Active Ohio APRN license with prescriptive authority.

Active Board Certification in appropriate nursing specialty.

- OR -

Physician Assistant

Required Education

Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

Required Experience

N/A

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. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:


Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.


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