APP Director of Neurosurgery/UKHC

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 17 days ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title APP Director of Neurosurgery/UKHC
Requisition Number RE44876
Working Title APP Director of Neurosurgery
Department Name MG355: Neurosurgery
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 16
Salary Range $111,634-222,352/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
MSN for Nurse Practitioners or MSPAS for Physician Assistants
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with repetitive motion (such as typing); walking including pushing, pulling, and/or lifting up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs.
Shift
Monday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk)
Job Summary
The Department of Neurosurgery is seeking an experienced and collaborative Neurosurgery APP Director to join our organization. The Neurosurgery APP Director will serve as the primary representative for Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) within the Department of Neurosurgery, fostering engagement, promoting advocacy, and enhancing understanding of APP roles across various divisions & the enterprise.
The Neurosurgery APP Director will dedicate sufficient time and prioritize their role to fulfill responsibilities effectively. The role involves active participation in formal and informal meetings, attending enterprise and department-level meetings, and collaborating with key stakeholders to craft solutions that optimize patient care. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, and a deep understanding of neurosurgery ambulatory and inpatient APP roles.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
A broad leadership view that recognizes and appreciates the unique and diverse nature of the department and the APP role. Ability to enhance the understanding of APP roles among physician colleagues, promoting collaborative and interdisciplinary care approaches.
Strong advocacy skills, engaging others in a positive and constructive manner. Availability to focus on the APP Liaison role and make it a priority within the organization.
Thoughtful and creative problem-solving abilities, working collaboratively with teams and the healthcare system to develop innovative solutions. Healthcare professional background with experience in multidisciplinary care approaches, demonstrating a commitment to collaborative patient care and treatment. Possess strong leadership skills, a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, and a deep understanding of neurosurgery ambulatory and inpatient APP roles.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
N/A
Deadline to Apply 04/21/2024
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