Advanced Practice Provider (APP / NP / PA) Pediatric Otolaryngology

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The University of Virginia Health System is seeking a compassionate and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) – to join our dynamic Pediatric Otolaryngology team. This position is based at the UVA Battle Building, supporting a collaborative group of Pediatric Otolaryngology surgeons and working closely with an experienced APP partner. This team offers complex care to a range of physiologic conditions and is an integral part of comprehensive aerodigestive, cleft, vascular malformation, and complex care teams—an opportunity that is both unique and noteworthy.

The APP will play an integral role in the outpatient care of children with ear, nose, throat, and related head and neck conditions. This is a clinical position that includes both independent and team-based care with a pathway toward increased autonomy based on training, experience, and clinical competency.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide comprehensive evaluation and management of pediatric patients in collaboration with Pediatric Otolaryngology surgeons.
• Conduct new patient evaluations, medical and surgical follow-ups, and symptom-based consultations.
• Perform minor procedures including (but not limited to) :

o Foreign body removal (ear / nose)

o Flexible rhinolaryngopharyngoscopy

o Tympanometry

o Otomicroscopy

o Surgical drain removal

o Additional procedures as needed based on education and clinic demand

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Scope of Practice :

This position involves the care of patients with a wide variety of complex medical conditions, including but not limited to :

In-office procedures include, but are not limited to :

The APP is a valued member of the pediatric aerodigestive, vascular malformation, complex care, and cleft palate teams—an aspect of the role that is highly collaborative and enhances both professional growth and patient care outcomes.

Please attach cover letter with CV / resume.

Position Compensation Range : $94,993.60 - $151,985.60 Annual

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education : Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree.

Experience : Department and unit specific.

Licensure : License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, and Certified Nurse Midwife) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS / NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending / stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion : computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift / push / pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood / body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.