Physician Assistant or Certified Nurse Practitioner - AY or CY

Job Description

Duties will be performed under the supervision of the Director. The individual in this position will provide direct clinical care to the Virginia Tech student community at Schiffert Health Center (SHC). Additionally, the individual will participate in quality improvement activities and activities that connect Schiffert Health Center to campus life. Collaborate with other MDs, RNs, NPs, PAs, mental health professionals, dieticians, and other health care staff/departments in the care of student patients. The individual will need to be familiar with Women’s health and be cross trained to work in the Women’s Clinic at SHC. The provider will be expected to perform their roles in a nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory manner in accordance with SHC policies. They will contribute to a supportive, healthy and safe work environment that promotes mutual respect. They will maintain electronic health records and maintain patient confidentiality.

Required Qualifications

Active RPNP or PA license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or able to obtain license to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Active certification in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Active DEA license or ability to apply for such license prior to or upon hire. Extensive knowledge of physical assessment, differential diagnosis, pathophysiology, pharmacology and management of general medical and gynecological problems. Experience in the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and office procedures including but not limited to, wound care, laceration repair, incision and drainage, skin biopsy, ingrown toenail removal and cryotherapy. Sensitivity to a diverse student community, and a demonstrated ability to provide culturally competent and sensitive medical services to a racially, ethnically and culturally diverse population. Ability to recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Professional demeanor. Ability to work independently in a clinical practice and as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Ability to prioritize tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge/experience of disease, prevention and health promotion needs of late adolescents and adults in a college health setting. Experience in working with electronic health records. Experience in working with the LGBTQ+ population. Experience interacting with diverse populations or students of color. Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of students of differing academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds and sexual orientation.

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$92,000 - $95,235

Review Date

09/08/2021

Additional Information

About Student Affairs:



Student Affairs’ Aspirations for Student Learning serve as a framework for our roles as educators as we work alongside students to encapsulate their learning into a strengths-based discovery of their talent so they may: commit to unwavering curiosity ; pursue self-understanding and integrity ; practice civility ; prepare for a life of courageous leadership ; and ultimately , embrace Ut Prosim as a way of life . We operationalize these aspirations through ExperienceVT whereby we work alongside undergraduate, graduate and professional students to create a customized plan for their experience designed to accomplish their individual goals. We measure our success by the success of our students. To that end, we will do whatever it takes to support the individual well-being and success of every student at Virginia Tech



The successful Candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Benjamin Davis at benjamind@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: July 28, 2021
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