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PS Nurse Practitioner

Job in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84193, USA
Listing for: University of Utah
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-03-14
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Healthcare Nursing, Nurse Practitioner
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 105893 - 135002 USD Yearly USD 105893.00 135002.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

40 hours per week;
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Opportunities for a possible compressed 4-day, 10-hour schedule may be available after completing initial training periods, depending on operational needs and supervisor approval.

Note:

hours may extend to accomplish the work required that particular day.

Overview

The University of Utah Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition has an opening for a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary GI care and treatment for pediatric patients with general gastrointestinal disorders. Clinical activities are primarily at Primary Children’s Hospital Outpatient Services Center in Salt Lake City, with potential clinics at other campus locations. Clinics may include a mix of face-to-face and virtual visits.

The provider will have between 6 and 7 half-day clinics per week and will take first call on the Pediatric GI inpatient service for approximately 6–12 weeks per year (Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm).

Responsibilities
  • Assesses the physical condition of a group of patients by performing physical examinations and obtaining medical histories.
  • Formulates the medical plan and prognosis based on patient’s condition.
  • Consults with physician(s) regarding patient health care plans and treatment.
  • Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient’s clinical problems and health care needs.
  • Performs selected invasive procedures for therapeutic and/or diagnostic reasons within scope of validated competence.
  • Initiates and/or recommends medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatment and procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policy.
  • Complies with medical records policies regarding the complete and accurate documentation of patient care. Initiates and maintains required records and legal documents.
  • Participates in quality improvement activities.
  • Counsels patients, families and significant others about health and illness, and promotes health maintenance.
  • Evaluates, plans, implements, and re-evaluates the care of individuals requiring emergency measures.
  • Assists other Advanced Practice Providers in reviewing the referral pool and makes recommendations for which patients should be part of the Fast Track program to expedite care.
  • Minimum Qualifications

    Required:

    Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Utah and national certification as a Nurse Practitioner as required by state law.

    Preferred:
    Certification in ACLS / BLS / NRP / ATLS may be required by your department or privileging criteria;
    Utah state prescriptive privileges; licensure obtained by completing a Master’s degree in Nursing or equivalency and a National Certification after passing a nationally accredited examination; UHPPM 1-56 requires credentialing and privileging at time of hire; immunization per CDC standards and hospital policy (limited exemptions may be made for medical contraindications or religious beliefs).

    Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform essential functions as outlined in the position description.

    Departmental and Program Information

    Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration. Location Campus. City Salt Lake City, UT. Type of Recruitment External Posting. Pay Rate Range $105,893 - $135,002. Close Date 06/11/2026. Priority Review Date (posting may close at any time).

    Preferences
    • Previous experience in pediatrics strongly preferred.
    • Previous experience in pediatric gastroenterology and/or nutrition preferred.
    • Previous experience in outpatient family practice or pediatric clinic preferred.

    Applicants will be screened according to preferences.

    Additional Information

    The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems. Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll. This position may require a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University values diversity and equal opportunity; reasonable accommodations are available upon request. For more information, visit the university nondiscrimination page and Title IX resources listed in the original posting.

    Posting Specific Questions will appear during application. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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