Physician Assistant​/Nurse Practitioner; B), Interventional Radiology - Troy

Overview

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General

Summary:

Under the general guidance of the APP Manager, the Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the written guidelines approved by the department. The Interventional Radiology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides comprehensive clinical and procedural care for patients undergoing image-guided interventions in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The APP supports timely patient access, continuity of care, and high-quality outcomes while contributing to institutional goals related to efficiency, safety, and patient experience.

Daily workflow and procedural volume vary based on hospital census and outpatient demand.

• Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling
• Our employees receive special discounts on a wide range of products and services
• Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans
• Relocation assistance
• Savings & retirement plans, disability insurance, identify theft protection and even home and auto insurance
• Free onsite parking at all of our campuses

• Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies
• Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up
• Writes prescriptions for medication, blood products based upon laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and post-discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols
• Determines eligibility of patients for entry into clinical trials based on findings
• Requests written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care
• Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests
• Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician
• Administers therapeutic measures and obtains specimens as prescribed
• Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement
• Initiates appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the client
• Dictates follow-up letters to referring physicians with summaries of treatment, response, and plan
• Maintains provision of preventive health services (e.g., screening, risks assessment, immunizations, PAP smears, self-breast exam)
• Dictates or writes patient history, admissions, care plans, progress, and discharge notes
• Interacts with program assistants and data managers for optimal patient care
• Assists in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patient care
• Conducts or participates in daily multidisciplinary rounds and ensures appropriate and quality care for assigned patient
• Provides on-call coverage
• Performs patient triage and determines the urgency of physician's evaluation
• Performs image-guided procedures including paracentesis, thoracentesis, thyroid biopsies, and deep organ biopsies
• Performs aspirations, drain placements, and other procedures within scope and credentialing
• Assists physicians during complex interventional cases
• Evaluates patients and reviews imaging/labs prior to procedure
• Obtains informed consent and provides patient education
• Coordinates anticoagulation management and procedural readiness
• Provides sterile assistance and monitors patients during procedures
• Conducts post-procedure assessments and manages complications within scope
• Provides discharge instructions and coordinates follow-up care
• Supports inpatient consult workflow and outpatient procedural access
• Documents procedures and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams

• Education / Training:
  Master s Degree in Nursing OR a Master s in Physician Assistant studies

• 1 to 3 years’ experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in Interventional Radiology, preferred

• State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required
• AHA/ARC BLS certification required

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• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  SITE - Troy Hospital - 44201 Dequindre Rd - Troy
• Department Name:
  Radiologists Troy - Medical Group East WB Mkt
• Employment Type:
  
  Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Weekly Scheduled
  
  Hours:
  
  40
• Hours of Work:
  Day Shift
• Days Worked:
  Monday - Friday
• Weekend Frequency: N/A

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