NP / PA Abdominal Diagnostic Radiology

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Emory Healthcare is looking for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join the Interventional Radiology team at Emory Healthcare in a new Abdominal Diagnostic Radiology role. Primary worksite for this position will be Emory University Hospital Midtown and Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown however opportunity will be available to cross-train across other areas. The APP will perform fluoroscopic procedures and manage workflow in diagnostic radiology.

In this role the ideal APP candidate will have prior clinical radiology experience as an APP however open to considering candidates with demonstrated interest and a commitment to traning and developing in a career in radiology. This is an opportunity to join a provider team that is engaged in training and mentoring APPs to a high scope of practice.

Position will be Monday through Friday (5-8s) No weekend overnight or call requirements at this time.

Our Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners are an integral part of the Emory Healthcare integrated academic healthcare system. Some highlights of joining the Emory Healthcare team:

• Highly competitive salary rate.
• This position is eligible to participate in our APP Incentive Plan.
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs.
• Paid Parental Leave benefit available to all qualified employees.
• Wellness incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits that start Day 1.

Opportunity to join a new Abdominal Diagnostic Radiology APP team at Emory University Hospital Midtown. Join a team that is committed to training and developing APPs interested in a career in radiology.

Nurse Practitioner candidates must be Acute Care certified (ACNP or AGACNP).

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients.

• Documents the delivery of care in the individuals medical records.

• Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories psychosocial histories health status and medical problems or potential problems.

• Under the direction and collaboration of a physician performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including: Hysterosonogram sonohysterograms gastrointestinal and genitourinary fluoroscopic directed procedures and other specialized minor image -guided therapies.

• Under the direction and collaboration of a physician performs inpatient and outpatient consultations to complete a historical intake perform physical examinations direct a plan of care provide education and informed consent or offer follow up procedural care.

• Leads the fluoroscopic care team in daily workflow at busy academic practice including but not limited to providing directives of patient care coordination supervising residents and performing diagnostic procedures.

• Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems developing care plans and prescribing treatment. Actively participates in advocacy for a team approach to patient management that includes MD nursing and tech support staff referring providers patients and family.

• Orders schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses pregnancy and blood tests and x-rays. Under the direction and collaboration of a physician interprets radiographic imaging for direction of therapeutic interventions.

• Communicates necessity preparation nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient.

• In collaboration with physician arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professional or community services. Collaborates and communicates with referring providers to establish timely patient access and interventions.

• Educates patient on health habits self-examinations behavior management need for follow-up assessments/treatments at home medical care medication and other issues related to medical or health problems.

• Collaborates with manager to formulate plan for professional and APP team development.

• Attends educational in-services as appropriate.

• Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends practices and developments.

• Maintains and updates current accurate patient records including medical assessment interventions and evaluations.

• Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans.

• Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations.

• Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting. Assists with onboarding of new hires.

• Actively participates on organizational health services committees.

• Performs related responsibilities as .

• On Call weekend responsibilities on a rotational basis for abdominal division.
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
• Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body or Certified as a Physicians Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia.
• Minimum of two years of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties.
• Current BLS issued by the American Heart Association and Healthcare Provider certifications required. ACLS may be required in some areas.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking Occasional sitting Close eye work (computers typing reading writing) Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.

• Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock Floor Surfaces Hot/Cold Temperatures Indoor/Outdoor conditions Latex Lighting Patient care/handling injuries Radiation Shift work Travel may be .

• Use of personal protective equipment including respirators environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

JOIN OUR INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY APP TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC) part of Emory University (EUV) is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet designated the Emory Clinic and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network established in 2011 is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia with more than 3450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcares Human Resources at . Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.