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NURSE PRACTITIONER OR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - HEADACHE CLINIC

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


If you are using a screen reader and experience any difficulty accessing our web pages, please call 206-543-2544 or email UWHires and we will be happy to assist you.NURSE PRACTITIONER OR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - HEADACHE CLINIC

Req #: 239641Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE - HEADACHE CLINICJob Location: UW Medical Center - MontlakePosting Date: 10/16/2024Closing Info: Open Until FilledOther Compensation: In addition to the base pay, this position may also be eligible for:$10,000 Sign-On BonusShift: First ShiftBenefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position,

click here.$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible full-time new employees joining UW MedicineUW Medical Center-Montlake - Outpatient Headache Clinic

has an outstanding opportunity for an

Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) .WORK SCHEDULE40 hours per weekMonday-Friday7:30am - 5:00pm; the exact shift times may vary each weekOur clinic is closed on weekends and holidaysDEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONOur

Outpatient Headache Clinic

treats migraines, cluster headaches, and similar conditions linked to chronic pain. Our care team includes the only board-certified headache specialist in Washington State, and we pride ourselves on helping patients improve their quality of life. Therapies offered at our clinic include BOTOX, CEFALY and gammaCore. It is our mission that patients referred to us for care will achieve enhanced quality of life through their experiences at the Headache Clinic.Our clinic is located at the Roosevelt Medical Center in the Seattle University District.PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIESConducts initial consults and follow-up visits for patientsWith keen attention to the specific needs of the patient, delivers excellent care with compassion and sound medical knowledgeCoordinates and monitors patients' status in conjunction with attending physicians, social workers, and providersResponds to patients' healthcare needs, providing triage, urgent care and interventions as necessaryFollow patients, including longitudinal care and follow-up, in conjunction with other providersREQUIREMENTSCurrent and valid Washington State ARNP licensure

or

Physician Assistant licensureGraduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

or

an accredited Physician Assistant ProgramDEA prescriptive authorityClinical expertise in pain management, neuroscience, and related disordersProven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environmentEffective interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in patient careABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKEUW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.Excellence. Exploration. Education.ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHERUW 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.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.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.

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