Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This position is for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (i.e., acute care nurse practitioner or physician assistant) to join a vibrant and cohesive APP group, working alongside Washington University School of Medicine Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine faculty and fellows, to provide medical care to patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit and the Stem Cell Transplant and Oncology Intensive Care Unit at Barnes-Jewish Hospital (BJH). A full-time position is three 12-hour shifts per week with approximately 33% of shifts as nighttime coverage. The APP will work under physician oversight as required by state regulation, and function within the scope of practice defined by their certification, BJH medical by-laws, and collaborative practice agreements.

Job Description

• Provides direct patient care services in an intensive care unit setting, including:
• Obtain patient history.
• Perform physical examination and re-assessments.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, EKGs, and laboratory studies.
• Directly treat and manage acute and chronic disease conditions, such as shock, sepsis, gastrointestinal bleeding, acute respiratory failure, acute kidney failure, decompensated liver failure, hematological emergencies, and other critical illnesses requiring intensive care.
• Develop and implement a patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with the patient and/or next of kin, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and other ancillary care providers, as clinically indicated.
• Perform diagnostic or therapeutic procedures under the supervision or authorization of a physician, such as insertion of arterial lines and central venous catheters, consistent with certification, credentialing, and state regulations.
• Discuss patient care with consultants, emergency department providers, and hospital medicine providers.
• Prescribe medications and therapies to manage health conditions according to certification, credentialing, and state regulations.
• Counsel and educate patients and their families/caregivers concerning diagnoses, treatment options, palliative care, and end-of-life planning, as clinically indicated.
• Triage patients needing admission to the intensive care unit.
• Document assessment, exams, and test findings in the patient’s electronic health record.
• Participate in rounds on assigned patients.
• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.
• Work in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Enhance professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops, and/or attendance at national conferences.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens

• Requires protective devices

• Patient care setting

• Direct patient care setting

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table

• Typically standing or walking

• Typically bending, crouching, stooping

• Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)

Equipment

• Office equipment

• Clinical/diagnostic equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree - Physician Assistant Studies

Certifications:

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Medical Resource Institute, Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications

• Current PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois depending on location or ability to obtain within 3 months of date of hire.
• Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

Knowledge Of Physician Assistant Theory And Practice (1 Year)

Skills:

Adaptability, Communication, Customer Empathy, Detail-Oriented, Epic EHR, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Multitasking, Organizing, Patient Care, Patient Management, Teamwork, Time Management

Grade

S30

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.