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Posted 8/24/2023
Position Description:
Title
Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Urologic Oncology
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team who will contribute to excellence in program administration, patient care, patient safety, research, quality improvement, and teaching.
The Department of Urology is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support the Urologic Oncology services in a blended environment of inpatient and outpatient located north of Milwaukee, Wisconsin at Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, and the Froedtert West Bend Hospital.
This position will focus on Urologic Oncology and will be based in Menomonee Falls and West Bend. The APP’s primary responsibilities will include an independent ambulatory practice at the cancer clinics at the listed hospital locations, support for the ambulatory practice of urologic oncologist in the community, and as a bedside surgical assistant for robotic surgeries at those hospital locations. The ambulatory practice will include seeing post-surgical patients and long-term follow-up patients, as well as minor urologic procedures.
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MCW Urology
MCW APPs
Primary Function/Responsibility
Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care teams in diagnosis and treatment of conditions requiring Urologic intervention in a blended inpatient and outpatient environment as a member of the Department of Urology
Evaluates quality outcomes for the patients receiving care of this team through participation in the development of quality indicators and outcomes dashboard. Facilitates and communicates with patient, family, and staff to promote continuity of care across the continuum of care. Independent ambulatory practice assisting in the outpatient care of patients within the Urologic Oncology subspecialty Some general urology clinic staffing including minor procedures.
Core Responsibilities
· Performs comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifies normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial status.
· Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and appropriately communicates and documents information
· Develops pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans.
· Monitors effectiveness of plan of care.
· Educates patients on disease and treatment plans.
· Performs procedures as trained and appropriately credentialed.
· Documents within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes other necessary documents.
· Collaborates and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.
· Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventive behaviors.
· Acquires information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and/or Nurse Practitioner field, through educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and current literature.
About MCW
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is Wisconsin's leader in health and science. We inspire hope by discovering life-saving treatments and cures, and we train thousands of the world’s most brilliant minds in science and medicine through our academic medical center. We believe the only way to build a healthier world is to build it together, and by investing in the health and vitality of our community, we will improve health for all.
MCW is one of the largest healthcare employers in Wisconsin. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. We strive to integrate our human and social differences into MCW’s functioning, strategies and culture to create a diverse and equitable workplace. If you believe embracing individuality and working together makes us stronger, then MCW is the place for you. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Located along the Lake Michigan shoreline, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is one of America’s great cities, combining a dynamic urban community with a rich cultural heritage with access to parks, rivers, and other outdoor recreation. Milwaukee is the largest city in Wisconsin and the 23rd largest city in the United States. It is home to corporate headquarters for industry leaders including Northwestern Mutual, Johnson Controls, Manpower, Harley Davidson, and others. Milwaukee is a popular venue for sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, ethnic dining, and cultural festivals; the city is recognized for its museums, fine dining and hotels, professional sports, gardens and parks, and Milwaukee County Zoological Gardens. The population of the City of Milwaukee is approximately 600,000 and approximately 1.8 million people live in the greater Milwaukee area.
Preferred Schedule: M-F Standard core business hours.
Minimum Education:
Advanced Practice Nurse: Master’s Degree or higher in Nursing
Physician Assistant: Master's Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies
Studies Minimum Requirements:
Advanced Practice Nurse Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner
Wisconsin RN License
Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License
Acute Care or Adult Care preferred; Family NP considered
AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA
Physician Assistant
Wisconsin Physician Assistant License
Certification by NCCPA AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA
Preferred Experience:
Three years of experience in Urology or other surgical specialty. One year OR experience preffered
Why MCW?
Southeastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. Patient care of the highest quality; and we improve the health of the communities we serve.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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Contact:
Lauren Martin, APP Recruiter #LI-LM1
Laumartin@mcw.edu
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All Available APP Opportunities
MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
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