Center for Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery and Chronic Pelvic Pain - Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

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Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500604 OB-Gyn APP

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCB 218

Compensation Range:

$98,010.00 - $137,218.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

NP/PA

About Our Practice
Our center is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with complex gynecologic conditions and chronic pelvic pain. We pride ourselves on offering advanced minimally invasive surgical options and multidisciplinary pain management in a supportive environment.

 Full-time position
•    Day shift hours
•    Supportive team environment with emphasis on professional development

Practice Highlights:

• Fellowship-trained minimally invasive gynecology surgeons
• Advanced expertise in managing complex benign gynecologic conditions
• Comprehensive evaluation for gynecologic and non-gynecologic causes of pain
• Collaborative approach with other surgical and nonsurgical specialists
• Gender-affirming care philosophy
• Weekly team education sessions, complex patient conferences, and team meetings

Role Description
We're seeking a skilled Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our collaborative team. The successful candidate will work closely with our surgeons to provide comprehensive care to patients with complex gynecologic conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct Patient Care:
• Pre-operative evaluation and counseling
• Post-operative care (both routine and acute)
• Ongoing management of chronic pelvic pain including medication management
• Evaluation of gynecologic concerns such as abnormal bleeding, vulvovaginal complaints, and contraceptive needs

Office-Based Procedures (training provided as needed):

• Endometrial biopsies
• IUD insertions and removals
• Trigger point injections
• Nerve blocks

Patient Communication:

• Patient education and counseling
• Coordinating care with specialists
• Managing electronic inbox communications
• Triaging incoming referrals and identifying necessary documentation requirements

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong teamwork orientation
• Self-motivation for continuous learning
• Passion for caring for patients with complex conditions
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Interest in quality improvement initiatives

Preferred Qualifications
•    Prior experience in gynecology
•    Experience managing chronic pain patients

Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner
Require a Master's degree as a Nurse Practitioner, an active New York State Registered Nurse license in good standing, an active New York State Nurse Practitioner licensure in good standing and current national certification as an Nurse Practitioner. 

Physician Assistant
Required completion of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program, an active New York State Physician Assistant licensure in good standing and current national certification as a Physician Assistant by NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants)

NPs and PAs will demonstrate clinical competence, superior verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal effectiveness and customer relation skills, computer competence and must have an active desire to learn. The APP will participate in the education of learners (students and new employees), using clinical learning experiences, knowledge sharing and skill training. 

Our center is committed to creating an inclusive healthcare environment where all patients feel welcomed, respect