Advanced Practice Provider Manager (NP/PA) - Dermatology

About the role

Leads a team of Advanced Practice Providers in an Institute or Hospital, potentially across multiple service lines. Partners with administration and multidisciplinary clinical teams to ensure patient access and fill rates in accordance with enterprise metrics. Responsible for hiring, onboarding, and performance coaching of the team. This leadership role blends advanced clinical practice with strategic management responsibilities, delivering exceptional patient care while providing guidance and support to a team of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses and Physician Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the APP practice or department within multiple service lines of the institute, hospital, or market of practice.
• Hires and oversees orientation, training, and education of APPs.
• Performs annual performance reviews and monitors performance productivity for assigned areas.
• Develops and implements competencies, policies, and procedures for the department.
• Practices in the role of an APRN or PA providing clinical practice in accordance with granted privileges and as appropriate for certification and licensure.
• Drives SQPE initiatives and oversees policy compliance, standard of care, and process improvement initiatives.
• Serves as representative for assigned areas and facilitates evaluation of new technologies and equipment in conjunction with physician staff.
• Communicates updates to leadership and presents reporting as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• APRN: MSN required upon hire or within 3 years of hire for external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role (effective 05/01/2014). Graduate of an accredited APRN program. If in neonatal care service area, Master’s Degree required upon hire.
• PA: Graduate of an A.R.C. approved Physician Assistant Program. Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies and/or higher degree from a program recognized by their practicing state’s Licensing Board.

Languages:

• English, written and spoken.

Certifications:

• NP: Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in applicable state(s). Must be licensed as an RN in applicable state(s). National certification as a Nurse Practitioner by a nationally accredited organization recognized by the state Board of Nursing. Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through AHA; or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) may be required based on work setting. Must have arrangements with at least one physician per State Board of Nursing requirements. Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body of applicable hospitals.
• PA: Certification as a Physician Assistant through the NCCPA or successor organization recognized by their practicing state’s Licensing Board. License to practice and prescribe issued by their practicing state’s Licensing Board. Current DEA License or DEA designee as required by NCQA. BLS through AHA required. ACLS or PALS through AHA; or NRP through AAP; or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) through AHA may be required based on work setting. If a candidate has held a license to prescribe in another jurisdiction and needs a master’s degree to apply for prescribing privileges, they will be reviewed for hiring eligibility. Must have a Physician Supervision Agreement and signed addendum. Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body of applicable hospitals.

Experience:

• Minimum of three years’ experience as an Advanced Practice Provider.
• One year of team lead or supervisory experience.
• Direct dermatology experience required as an APRN/PA.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated competency in advanced assessment, diagnosis, treatment plan development, and invasive procedures per clinical privileges.
• Ability to interact effectively with all members of the institute, department, hospital, and other caregivers at all levels.
• Ability to coach and mentor for developmental and performance outcomes and build a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ability to think critically and make sound decisions in stressful situations.
• Proven management and leadership experience with demonstrated competency in clinical skills and techniques.

Physical Requirements

• Normal vision and hearing range (can be corrected) to properly examine, evaluate, and communicate with patients.
• Ability to use a computer, phone, and other technology to document patient records.
• Physical ability to assist patients as appropriate.
• Ability to stand for long periods and walk throughout the hospital campus and buildings.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay

Pay Range: $118,960.00 – $214,160.00 annually (based on full-time 1.0 FTE; PRN positions have an hourly rate based on position type). Actual compensation may be higher or lower depending on job responsibilities, relevant experience, skills, scheduling requirements, education, and area of licensure. The displayed range does not include additional pay practices or the value of Cleveland Clinic’s comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, dental and vision coverage, retirement savings contributions, and more.