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Job Description

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine

Harborview Medical Center has an outstanding opportunity for a ARNP, Nurse Practitioner; or PA-C, Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic Hand and Peripheral nerve Clinic.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)

Day shift, Monday – Friday

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Conveniently located near public transportation

Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve

Opportunity to provide career growth

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

Located in the Ninth & Jefferson building across from Harborview Medical Center, the Hand, Elbow & Shoulder Center treats complex injuries and musculoskeletal, peripheral nerve and skin conditions.

Our board-certified, experienced orthopedic and plastic surgeons, rehabilitation medicine physicians and physical and occupational therapists work hard to return patients to full function and to get you back to enjoying the activities you love.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Function as a member of the Hand and Peripheral nerve Clinic team that incorporates Orthopedic and Plastic surgery attending, managing patients in a high volume out-patient clinic, performing pre-operative and postoperative evaluation

Support the patient’s needs after major hand and upper extremity trauma as well as reconstructive surgery

Triage of upper extremity injuries to determine the need for surgical or non-operative management

Determine physical and occupational therapy needs, pain evaluation and treatment, readiness for surgery and early detection of complications such DVT, infection and surgical/implant issues

Function independently in a staff position to implement the role of expert practitioner, consultant, educator, and researcher within the specialized area of upper extremity trauma, arthritis, and plastics reconstruction

Collaborate with infectious disease, plastics, and pain services

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s Degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing

Washington State Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License with prescriptive privileges

License to practice as an RN in Washington State

National certification as a Nurse Practitioner

BLS certification

OR

Licensure as a Physician’s Assistant in the State of Washington

National certification from a national certifying body (NCCPA)

Applicant must be eligible to receive hospital staff appointments for adjunct staff membership by the Organized Medial Staff of the hospital under Medical Staff By-Laws for hospital-based positions

BLS certification

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public?by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$121,392.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$189,876.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.