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Emory Healthcare

NP / PA Abdominal Diagnostic Radiology

Emory Healthcare, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Emory Healthcare is looking for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join the Interventional Radiology team in a new Abdominal Diagnostic Radiology role. Primary worksite for this position will be Emory University Hospital along with associated clinics; 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 training 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. The ideal candidate would have an APP background in Emergency Medicine, Surgery, or Critical Care with deep exposure and interest in Interventional Radiology. Position will be Monday through Friday (5-8s) with 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. Responsibilities

Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients. Documents the delivery of care in the individual’s 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 a busy academic practice, including providing directives of patient care coordination, supervising residents, and performing diagnostic procedures. Assists physicians 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; interprets radiographic imaging for direction of therapeutic interventions under physician direction. Communicates necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patients. Collaborates with physicians to arrange consultations with or referrals to other medical professionals or community services; communicates with referring providers to establish timely patient access and interventions. Educates patients on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at-home medical care, medications and other issues related to medical health problems. Collaborates with management to formulate plans 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 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. Assists with onboarding of new hires. Actively participates on organizational health services committees. Performs related responsibilities as required. 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 Physician’s 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 up to 50 lbs; carrying objects up to 25 lbs; occasional to frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting; close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks. Environmental Factors

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include 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 required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks. JOIN OUR INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY APP TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare is the largest academically affiliated health system in Georgia with multiple hospitals and a wide network of clinics. 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 Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. One week’s advance notice is preferred.

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