University of Utah
Details
Open Date:
10/14/2025
Close Date:
01/14/2026
Requisition Number:
PRN43307B
Job Title:
PS Physician Assistant
Working Title:
Physician Assistant
Career Progression Track:
UGR
FLSA Code:
Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code:
Yes
Standard Hours per Week:
40
Full Time:
Yes
Shift:
Day
Location:
Salt Lake City, UT
Department:
Urology
Type of Recruitment:
External Posting
Pay Rate Range:
103,800 - 139,342
Job Summary This is a full time inpatient based position that is responsible for duties at both the University of Utah and Huntsman Cancer Hospital under the Division of Urology. The primary responsibilities include care of the inpatient population in the form of post-operative patient discharge orders, organizing patient education and coordination of care with outpatient teams including follow up appointments. The candidate will be responsible for inpatient consultations for various urological conditions in coordination with the urology residents and staff. Part of these consultations may include minor procedures depending upon urologic work experience or developed skills.
Other responsibilities would include hospital admissions, including orders and coordinating care with other specialties and nursing staff. The candidate would be expected to become an expert in the field of urology with a good understanding of the various urologic diseases and management. As the candidate progresses, opportunity to progress will be granted as well. This may include potential OR first assisting at the University of Utah with the robotics program within urology.
The candidate needs to have strong organizational skills, an ability to work independently within a system and be able to adapt to changing time schedules. Continued learning and growth is highly valued. As such, continued education, conferences, skill development are required.
Responsibilities
Approximately 50% time spent at the University of Utah and 50% time spent at Huntsman Cancer Hospital. Adjustable dependent upon need.
Takes complex medical histories on inpatients referred for consultation by academic and community physicians.
Performs physical examinations.
Orders laboratory tests, imaging studies and other diagnostic procedures.
Reach diagnosis of medical, surgical and other conditions.
Develops treatment plans in conjunction with attending physician to provide optimal patient medical management.
Counsel and educate patients.
Participates in continuing medical education to include specialty and sub-specialty meetings, clubs, boards and conferences.
Orders consultations and interacts with members of other specialty medical teams.
Participates in special projects and committee functions.
Perform inpatient Urology procedures.
Potential to provide Surgical 1st assisting on robotic cases at the University of Utah urology cases.
Minimum Qualifications
Current licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant from the State of Utah.
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Preferred
Certification in ACLS / BLS / NRP / ATLS may be required by your department or by privileging criteria.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
EEO Statement The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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Open Date:
10/14/2025
Close Date:
01/14/2026
Requisition Number:
PRN43307B
Job Title:
PS Physician Assistant
Working Title:
Physician Assistant
Career Progression Track:
UGR
FLSA Code:
Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code:
Yes
Standard Hours per Week:
40
Full Time:
Yes
Shift:
Day
Location:
Salt Lake City, UT
Department:
Urology
Type of Recruitment:
External Posting
Pay Rate Range:
103,800 - 139,342
Job Summary This is a full time inpatient based position that is responsible for duties at both the University of Utah and Huntsman Cancer Hospital under the Division of Urology. The primary responsibilities include care of the inpatient population in the form of post-operative patient discharge orders, organizing patient education and coordination of care with outpatient teams including follow up appointments. The candidate will be responsible for inpatient consultations for various urological conditions in coordination with the urology residents and staff. Part of these consultations may include minor procedures depending upon urologic work experience or developed skills.
Other responsibilities would include hospital admissions, including orders and coordinating care with other specialties and nursing staff. The candidate would be expected to become an expert in the field of urology with a good understanding of the various urologic diseases and management. As the candidate progresses, opportunity to progress will be granted as well. This may include potential OR first assisting at the University of Utah with the robotics program within urology.
The candidate needs to have strong organizational skills, an ability to work independently within a system and be able to adapt to changing time schedules. Continued learning and growth is highly valued. As such, continued education, conferences, skill development are required.
Responsibilities
Approximately 50% time spent at the University of Utah and 50% time spent at Huntsman Cancer Hospital. Adjustable dependent upon need.
Takes complex medical histories on inpatients referred for consultation by academic and community physicians.
Performs physical examinations.
Orders laboratory tests, imaging studies and other diagnostic procedures.
Reach diagnosis of medical, surgical and other conditions.
Develops treatment plans in conjunction with attending physician to provide optimal patient medical management.
Counsel and educate patients.
Participates in continuing medical education to include specialty and sub-specialty meetings, clubs, boards and conferences.
Orders consultations and interacts with members of other specialty medical teams.
Participates in special projects and committee functions.
Perform inpatient Urology procedures.
Potential to provide Surgical 1st assisting on robotic cases at the University of Utah urology cases.
Minimum Qualifications
Current licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant from the State of Utah.
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Preferred
Certification in ACLS / BLS / NRP / ATLS may be required by your department or by privileging criteria.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
EEO Statement The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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