PA or CRNP

University of Pittsburgh Physicians are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our Surgical Oncology GI Team at UPMC Montefiore and Presbyterian. This is a full-time, weekday-only inpatient position ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospital setting. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: You'll play a key role in managing complex surgical oncology patients, contributing to improved outcomes and patient experiences. Collaborative Team: Work alongside a dedicated team of surgical oncologists and clinical staff in a supportive, high-acuity environment. Professional Growth: Take advantage of our CME opportunities, OAPP Jump Start program, and APP Career Ladder to further your education and skills. Work-Life Balance: Stable weekday daylight schedule with no call or weekend coverage. Staff/Senior Level: The Staff or Senior Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner and a member of the care delivery team. The APP is responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care. The APP has responsibility, authority, and accountability for the provision of care through supervision by and collaboration with a physician. The APP manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members. The role of the APP encompasses the beginnings of leadership, partnership, collaboration, and supervision. The APP establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The APP begins to demonstrate a commitment to the community and to their healthcare profession. The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes. Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner ( CRNP): ? The successful completion of an approved acute care nurse practitioner program is required BSN, MSN is preferred Professional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience is preferred Current state RN license and CRNP certification are required National certification, eligible for licensure by Pennsylvania board of nursing, eligible for certification as a CRNP by Pennsylvania state board of nursing Current CPR certification is required Act 33 Clearance will be required? Act 73 Clearance will be required? Act 34 Clearance required Physician Assistant (PA): ? A graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) is required BS or MS candidate is preferred Experience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting is preferred Current state PA license certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required Current CPR certification is required Act 33 Clearance will be required? Act 73 Clearance will be required Act 34 Clearance required Senior Level Minimum 3 years of experience or Completion of a post-graduate residency The successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner or a graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) program is required BSN, MSN preferred for CRNP, BS or MS preferred for PA Completion of National Certification? Must achieve a Solid/Strong/Good performance rating or higher on annual performance evaluation for consideration and to maintain status annually Completion of an OAPP approved professional contribution within one year of hire or promotion into the position.? Must have department chair approval for promotion ACLS or?ITLS or?NALS or?PALS or?ACLS or other certifications listed must meet AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.? OAPP: If practicing in an outpatient or other non-inpatient setting, APPs can use one of the certifications above or use a business unit approved certification which is relevant, and value added to the practice setting. This position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran