Vascular Thoracic Advanced Practice Provider
University of Maryland Medical System

Largo, Maryland

Posted in Education and Training


Job Info


Job Description
UM, Capital Region, a member of the University of Maryland Medical System is looking for an Advanced Practice Practitioner to join The Heart and Vascular team covering Vascular and Thoracic Surgery to meet increasing clinical demand and expanding neuroscience roles at UM Capital Region Health located in its new state-of-the-art facility in Largo, MD.

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Join a multifaceted team that covers vascular and thoracic surgery. The Advanced Practice Practitioner (APP) will
    • Be trained to cover all aspects of vascular and thoracic care.
    • Will have the opportunity to cross cover other APP lead service lines.
  • Performs routine and expanded job descriptions as listed in the provider's delegation agreement on file with the Maryland Board of Physicians or Maryland Board of Nursing. Under the direction of a physician, the APP will:
    • Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services to critically ill patients.
    • Obtain medical histories, examine patients, round daily, order and interpret tests, makes initial diagnoses, and order necessary treatments.
    • Communicate effectively with attending physicians, other medical teams, team members, and patients and their families.
    • Initiates appropriate referrals and specialty consultations or other agency involvement as needed.
    • Performs invasive procedures such as Central, Arterial, Hemodialysis, Pulmonary Artery Catheter line, insertion / pulling chest tubes, Thoracentesis, removal of Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
    • May first assist in the operating room when necessary.
    • Collaborates with attending physicians and clinicians regarding admission, discharge, and transfer decisions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of and competency in required subspecialty.
    • Completes at least 50 hours of Category I CME every two years.
    • Performs according to Maryland Board of Physician or Board of Nursing standards and expanded job description procedural protocols.
  • Facilitates excellence in quality assurance and the delivery of patient care as part of our High Reliability Organization.
    • Provides optimal quality of patient care while following safety guidelines,
    • Maintains a procedure complication rate less than the national average.
    • Contributes to cohesive group relations; uses open communication to resolve problems in and between departments.
    • Demonstrates commitment to professional department and organizational core

Company Description
University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a physician-led, internationally recognized healthcare system offering uniquely rewarding careers in major Maryland marketplaces. Create your future in a healthcare setting that is right for you and your practice. Become part of something greater by applying your experience, input, and leadership-as a clinician and healthcare expert.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
  • PAs: Bachelor's degree, graduation from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program, and certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician's Assistants are required. Candidate must hold an active Maryland license through the Maryland Board of Physicians.
  • NPs: Bachelor's degree, RN experience, and completion of Acute Nurse Practitioner degree. Candidate must hold an active Maryland license through the Maryland Board of Nursing.
  • One year of vascular or thoracic surgical experience is preferred.
  • Credentialing must be obtained from UM Capital Region Health's Medical Staff Office and maintenance of BLS /ACLS certification is required. ATLS certification preferred.
  • Salary is commensurate with clinical experience.

Additional Information
As a UMMS provider, you can expect:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • CME hours and CME allowance
  • Retirement plan - 403-B with employer match

Be part of a rich tradition of Medicine while shaping the future of care delivery.

We are not accepting inquiries or solicitations from 3rd party recruiters/search firms.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.



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