Title : APP Outpatient
Location : Appleton, Wisconsin
The Department of Dermatology, Division of Pediatric Dermatology, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to collaborate with pediatric dermatology physicians and an interdisciplinary health care team in the ambulatory outpatient environment located in northeast WI at the Children’s Wisconsin Appleton Clinic and Ashwaubenon Clinic. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will work as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team who will contribute to excellence in program administration, patient care, patient safety, research, quality improvement, and teaching.
In this role you will :
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary health care teams in diagnosis and treatment of pediatric dermatology conditions in the outpatient environment as a member of the pediatric dermatology team.
- Perform dermatologic procedures in children, including cryotherapy, biopsy, curettage, and injections.
- Facilitate and communicate with patient, family, and staff to promote continuity of care across the continuum of care.
- Timely completion of patient care tasks within the electronic medical record, including documentation, triaging test results, handling refill requests, and responding to patient portal messages.
- Attend required training and meets key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileging institution, CMS, and the Joint Commission.
- Evaluate and improve quality outcomes for the patients receiving care of this team through participation in quality improvement and patient safety efforts.
- Educate staff and other healthcare providers on pediatric dermatology topics as needed (when invited to lecture).
- Attend educational conferences and administrative meetings as required by the Department of Dermatology and Division of Pediatric Dermatology.
- Acquire information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and / or Nurse Practitioner field, through educational programs, in‑services, professional associates, and current literature.
- Perform e‑consultation or virtual visits as required.
- Full‑time role with expectations for coverage during core weekday business hours (Monday to Friday, 7 : 30 am to 5 pm) and flexibility required as necessary to accommodate business needs.
Core Advanced Practice Responsibilities
Performs comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifies normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive and psychosocial status.Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests.Develops pharmaceutical and non‑pharmaceutical treatment plans.Monitors effectiveness of plan of care.Educates patients on disease and treatment plans.Performs procedures as trained and appropriately credentialed.Documents within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes other necessary documents.Collaborates and / or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventive behaviors.Position Requirements
Pediatric dermatology or general dermatology experienceAdvanced Practice NurseMaster’s Degree or higher in NursingPhysician AssistantBachelor’s Degree or higher in Physician Assistant StudiesAdvanced Practice Nurse PractitionerWisconsin Physician Assistant LicenseWisconsin RN LicenseCertification by NCCPAWisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber LicenseAHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEAPediatric Certification; FNP ConsideredAHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEABenefits
MCW offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and resources.Supportive and collaborative work environment.A competitive 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer contribution.Annual CME allowance to cover societal dues, travel, and conferences.Base Annual total time off : 320 hours (includes vacations, holidays, sick time, and CME).Employment with the Medical College of Wisconsin provides eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.Robust benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, disability coverage, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, and more!#J-18808-Ljbffr