Advanced Practice Provider; NP​/PA​/APP-Inpatient Gynecologic Oncology and Benign Gynecological

UVA Health is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join its Gynecologic Oncology team at UVA Medical Center. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a leading academic medical center alongside a collaborative team of physicians, APPs, and oncology specialists dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

The APP hired for this position will participate in the full spectrum of gynecologic oncology and benign gynecology surgical care, including:

• Providing inpatient care for gynecologic oncology and gynecologic patients, including pre- and post-operative management.
• Conducting emergency room (ER) consults for gynecologic oncology and benign gynecology patients.
• Supporting multidisciplinary coordination of patient care in collaboration with the attending gynecologic oncologists and other team members.

Following a comprehensive 2-4 month onboarding period (depending on experience), the APP will function with growing autonomy, supported by a close-knit team that values both independence and collaboration.

As part of an academic medical center, UVA Health offers a rich environment for professional development, continuing education, and engagement in evidence-based, innovative patient care. The position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the care of complex oncology patients while maintaining involvement in the broader spectrum of gynecologic surgical practice.

• 2+ years as an Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) preferred, but new graduates welcome to apply.
• Oncology or Gynecology experience preferred but not required; applicants with an interest in oncology and complex acute care are encouraged to apply.
• Must demonstrate a high level of clinical autonomy, excellent critical thinking, and the ability to practice independently in a fast-paced environment.
• ACLS certification required (may be obtained upon hire).
• Collaborative, adaptable, and skilled in communicating within a multidisciplinary team setting.

Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.

• Participates within the organizational systems of the service, unit and institution, initiatives that promote and contribute to the development of the APP, RN and other colleagues.
• Evaluates/augments quality initiatives to benefit quality of care and patient safety. Investigates, utilizes, communicates and participates in the development and utilization of scientific knowledge via research and Evidence-Based Practice.
• Self-motivated learning, engagement in process improvement and quality improvement initiatives.
• Evaluates individual clinical practice, role performance via regulatory, state and institutional guidelines.

• Self-motivated learning, engagement in process improvement and quality improvement initiatives.
• Evaluates individual clinical practice, role performance via regulatory, state and institutional guidelines.
• Participates within the organizational systems of the service, unit and institution, initiatives that promote and contribute to the development of the APP, RN and other colleagues.
• Evaluates/augments quality initiatives to benefit quality of care and patient safety.

• Provide inpatient care for gynecologic oncology and benign gynecology patients.
• Perform emergency room consults as needed to aid in determining admission needs.
• Assist with discharge planning and care transitions.
• Collaborate with case management and the outpatient team to ensure follow-up and patient optimization.
• Perform and document history & physical exams
  , and analyzing clinical data to form well-developed differential diagnoses.
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, following patient responses, and adjusting the plan of care based on ongoing objective and subjective data collection.
• Identify appropriate sub-specialist consultation.
• Effectively communicate plans of care with patients, families, nurses, and other stakeholders; and navigating complex psychosocial dynamics.

• Collaboration within a multidisciplinary team of physicians, APPs, nurses, therapists, and physician and advanced practice leadership.
• The ability to professionally lead other members of the care team in a dynamic environment.
• Participate within organizational initiatives that promote the development of colleagues (APP, RN, others).
• Evaluate/augment quality initiatives and participate in evidence-based practice to improve outcomes and safety.

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…