Teaching Associate - Inpatient Transplant Surgery APP Job Seattle area,Washington USA,Nursing

Position: Teaching Associate - Inpatient Transplant Surgery APP (3 positions)

University of Washington:
Academic Personnel & Faculty:
School of Medicine:
Surgery Location

Seattle, WA

Open Date

Jan 27, 2026

Description

The Department of Surgery, Division of Transplant Surgery within the University of Washington School of Medicine is recruiting for three full-time Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (ARNP/PA) positions at the rank of Teaching Associate on a 12-month service period (Jul 1 – Jun 30), with an estimated start date in Spring/Summer 2026. Teaching Associates hold annual appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30) and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms.

Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

The successful candidate will be incorporated into the inpatient team which provides 24-hour care for liver, kidney, and pancreas transplant patients. The Transplant Surgery ARNP/PA will provide comprehensive clinical care to transplant patients and donors in the pre-, peri-, and post-transplant phases of care along with core multidisciplinary team members.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Work on a dedicated transplant surgery team with other established APPs, Transplant surgeons, residents, fellows, and multidisciplinary transplant team members.

Perform minor bedside procedures and wound management as needed

Provide a full spectrum of care for transplant acute care surgical patients

Participate in the education of nursing staff and surgical residents

Participate in quality improvement projects and process improvement activities for the Division of Transplant Surgery

Performs other related duties as required

The base salary range for the position will be: $10,834 - $15,391 per month ($130,008 - $184,692 annually) commensurate with years of experience as a licensed ARNP or PA. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Other compensation associated with this position may include payments for vacancy coverage or premiums for factors such as acuity, nights, call should they apply to service.

Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.

Qualifications

Current and valid state Registered Nurse Licensure for ARNP or Physician Assistant licensure for PA-C

Graduate Degree from and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or accredited Physician Assistant Program

Nationally certified ARNP/PA with DEA

Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment

Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Basic computer knowledge and command of basic personal computer skills

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .

Benefits

Information

The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information .

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