PA/ARNP Hospitalist - Family Medicine

%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22tab-stops:351.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe University of Iowa Health Care, department of Family Medicine is seeking a PA/ARNP Hospitalist to p%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3Erovide comprehensive inpatient medical care and management for hospitalized patients within the Department of Family and Community Medicine. Perform direct patient care, including diagnostic and therapeutic services, under physician supervision while exercising appropriate autonomy in medical decision-making and services provided. Function independently to assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate care for patients admitted to Family Medicine inpatient services, including observation patients. Facilitate transitions of care across the continuum, promote efficient resource utilization, and support high-quality, patient-centered care. Participate in the education of students, residents, fellows, and other healthcare professionals.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22tab-stops:351.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EKEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EProvide inpatient and observation care responsibilities as directed by a supervising physician.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EObtain comprehensive patient histories, perform physical examinations, and assess, diagnose, treat, and document acute and chronic medical conditions affecting hospitalized patients.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EAdmit, evaluate, and manage patients on Family Medicine inpatient services%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3E.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EFacilitate transitions of care from the Emergency Department, outpatient clinics, and other referral sources to inpatient and observation services.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EOrder, perform, and interpret appropriate diagnostic studies, laboratory tests, imaging studies, electrocardiograms, pulmonary function tests, and other clinical studies.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EPrescribe and manage medications, treatments, rehabilitative services, diets, and other therapeutic interventions.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EPerform approved procedures within scope of practice and departmental guidelines.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EEvaluate and respond to urgent and emergent medical situations.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3ECollaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, pharmacists, therapists, social workers, care coordinators, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3ECoordinate discharge planning and ensure timely communication with primary care providers, consultants, patients, families, and community resources.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EPromote efficient use of resources while maintaining high-quality patient outcomes and patient-centered care. 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coordinate patient care activities consistent with the plan of care.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EMaintain awareness of healthcare facilities, agencies, and community resources to facilitate appropriate patient referrals and discharge planning.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EFoster effective communication among team members to improve patient outcomes and continuity of care.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EMaintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, patients, families, and the public.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EComplete patient medical records, reports, billing documentation, and other required records in a timely and accurate manner.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EComply with departmental, hospital, university, state, and federal policies and regulations.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EParticipate in chart reviews, quality improvement initiatives, patient safety activities, and performance improvement committees.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:15.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3ESupport evidence-based practice and contribute to initiatives that improve patient care, reduce length of stay, and optimize resource utilization.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 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Education/License Requirements:

•  Completion of ARNP (Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner) or PA-C (Physician Associate) degree.

• Current certification in specialty area and licensure as ARNP or PA-C in state of Iowa is required.

Required Qualifications:

• Previous clinical experience providing patient care to adults and children in a primary care setting or previous experience in a specified hospital specialty area or demonstrated knowledge of the area of clinical practice.

• Demonstrated ability to assess, diagnose, and manage medical conditions across a broad spectrum of inpatient care.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Professional job-related experience fostering or promoting a welcoming and respectful work/academic environment

Desired Qualifications:

• One or more years of post-training clinical experience as a Physician Associate or ARNP is highly desirable.

• Experience in hospital medicine, inpatient family medicine, internal medicine,urgent care, emergency medicine, or related inpatient practice settings.

• Experience managing hospitalized adult and pediatric patients and coordinating transitions of care.

• Demonstrated proficiency with Epic is highly desirable.

•  Experience participating in quality improvement, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives.

• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

• Experience teaching students, residents, or other healthcare learners.

• Demonstrated ability to promote efficient resource utilization while maintaining high-quality, patient-centered care

 

Position and Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact [email protected]

Job Details
Primary Location: Iowa City
Job: Patient Care Providers
Organization: Healthcare
Schedule: Regular
Job Type: Full-time
Job Posting: Oct 5, 2026, 7:24:06 PM