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Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Emergency Medicine – Midlands Division, SC

MUSC Health, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228

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Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Emergency Medicine – Midlands Division, SC MUSC Health – Midlands Division is seeking a skilled and motivated Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our team of Emergency Medicine Advanced Practice Providers. In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across Columbia Medical Center – Downtown, Columbia Medical Center – Northeast, and Kershaw Medical Center.

Entity MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type Employee

Worker Sub-Type Regular

Cost Center CC003079 MCP - Columbia Emergency Medicine

Pay Rate Type Hourly, Salary

Pay Grade Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift Varies

Required Minimum Training

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant

Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN

Preferred Training

Physician Assistant (PA) or an APRN with license type/certification

FNP (Family Nurse Practitioner) with current Emergency Room Nurse Practitioner (ENP) Certification

Preferred Experience

FNP with current Emergency Room Nurse Practitioner (ENP) Certification

At least 2 years of Emergency Room experience as a PA or NP

Degree of Supervision Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required for adult inpatient positions

DHEC and DEA license

Job Duties

Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations

Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline

Performs the following therapeutic procedures in accordance with procedural privileges, skill and proficiency as approved by the Clinical Division Chief:

Administration of Local and Digital Anesthesia

Complicated and Uncomplicated Repair of Lacerations

Removal of Foreign Bodies from Eyes, Ears, Nose, Skin, and Wounds

Trepination of Subungual Hematomas

Incision and Drainage of Abscesses

Urethral Catheterization

Placement of Peripheral Venous Access

Placement of Central Lines [with proof of competency]

Placement of Thoracostomy

Endotracheal Intubation [with proof of competency]

ACLS

Arterial Puncture

Venipuncture

Lumbar Puncture [with proof of competency]

Application of Splints

Arthrocentesis

Initiates referrals to other health care providers, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician

Documents and bills for direct care provided

Utilizes current research and evidence‑based decision‑making in all clinical practice

Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research

Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization

Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education

Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members

APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law

Physical Requirements Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex‑safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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