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<body><h3>Pediatric Infusion Center Advanced Practice Provider - NP/PA (Instructor)</h3><br/><h2>Department Overview</h2>
<p><strong>About OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital</strong></p>
<p>With a strong tradition of teamwork, diversity and interdisciplinary care, we believe all children deserve the best. At Doernbecher, we built a hospital around that belief. We offer the newest and most advanced treatments available, along with innovative collaborations and research opportunities. As Oregon’s only academic health center, we strive to offer the best medical care to every child across Oregon, Southwest Washington and beyond.</p>
<p><strong>About OHSU</strong></p>
<p>OHSU's singular focus on improving health starts with Oregonians and has global impact. We are the only academic health center in Oregon, but we're also nationally distinct as a university dedicated solely to advancing health sciences. This allows us to concentrate resources on research to prevent and cure disease, on education that prepares physicians, dentists, nurses and other health professionals to succeed in an evolving health care environment, and on patient care that incorporates the latest knowledge and discoveries. We have 16,000 employees and secure competitive research funding of more than $400 million a year. As a public organization, we provide community outreach and services for Oregon's most vulnerable populations. OHSU’s stated mission to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education and research.</p>
<p><strong>About Portland and Oregon</strong></p>
<p>Bisected by the Willamette River, Portland is a vibrant city nestled among green woods and waterways. Only 90 minutes from the spectacular Oregon coast or towering Mount Hood, Portland offers the rare accessibility of snow-to-surf. Portland embraces cyclists, hikers, brewpubs, dogs, climbers, artisan coffee shops, book readers, foodies, professional soccer and basketball fans, award-winning wineries, concertgoers and paddle boarders. It’s no wonder Portland constantly ranks as one of America’s favorite lifestyle cities.</p>
<h2>Function/Duties of Position</h2>
<p>We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team in the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital Infusion Center. The Infusion Center APP provides collaborative and multidisciplinary care with a team of attending physicians, resident and fellow trainees, nurses, and medical assistants. The Doernbecher Infusion Center provides nearly 5,000 infusion and transfusion services per year. The Center serves patients from the following pediatric sub-specialties: Hematology-Oncology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Neurology, Allergy and Immunology, Pulmonology, Metabolic Diseases, Genetics, and Ophthalmology. The APP proactively manages and improves the daily operations of the Infusion Center, including optimizing patient safety and experience, patient volumes, space utilization, and clinical workflows. The APP provides collaborative problem-solving and support for Infusion Center nursing staff, excluding direct RN supervision. The APP conducts pre-infusion office visits and oversees the transfusion of blood products and the infusion of chemotherapy, iron, IV IgG and other pharmaceutical agents. The APP manages acute clinical issues that may arise in the Infusion Center, including acute infusion reactions and anaphylaxis, and ensures that all provider orders are complete and signed. The Infusion Center operates Mondays-Sundays. All Infusion Center APPs will have a schedule that includes mostly weekdays and some weekends.</p>
<p>The APP faculty will have numerous opportunities to become involved in quality improvement work, education, research, and childhood advocacy. Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, the Department of Pediatrics, and the Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology are committed to developing our faculty members’ careers. A pathway for academic promotion for APPs on the professorship series was recently implemented at OHSU.</p>
<p>Professional participation is expected, including attendance in relevant educational conferences and didactic conferences.</p>
<p>As teaching is an important portion of the OHSU and Doernbecher Children’s hospital mission, you will have the opportunity to teach a broad range of learners and staff.</p>
<p><strong><u>Function/Duties of Position</u></strong></p>
<p>This role is aligned with the OHSU Dept of Pediatrics’ mission of clinical, advocacy, research, and educational excellence.</p>
<p><strong>Clinical Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Implement clinical plans of care as ordered by the faculty attendings</li>
<li>Assure the safe, efficient, high-quality and customer-oriented management</li>
<li>Manage and treat infusion and transfusion reactions</li>
<li>Interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe and manage medications and other therapies</li>
<li>Management and Treatment of common acute and chronic health diagnoses in children</li>
<li>Provide health teaching with an emphasis on prevention of illness and health maintenance</li>
<li>Refer patients to other healthcare professionals as necessary</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Education/Advocacy:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Provides clinical education to fellows, residents, medical and APP students participating in pediatric rotations.</li>
<li>Provides feedback and evaluation, both formally and informally, of learners and trainees.</li>
<li>Specifically, APP faculty are key educators to fellows enrolled in pediatric hematology-oncology fellowship programs with the expectation to provide feedback and guidance in the continuing development and improvement of the Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Fellowship program.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Scholarship/Research:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>APP faculty are expected to have a scholarly activity. This may include educating learners, research, grant supported work, quality improvement projects, academic papers and/or presentations in disciplines related to their field of expertise.</li>
<li>APP faculty members are often called upon to partner with other providers and members of the department or division research support staff in research activity.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Administrative Activities:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Participation in faculty meetings at the division, department, APP level.</li>
<li>Attending relevant conferences/committees as assigned by Division head or lead APP.</li>
<li>Academic and professional development through attendance and/or participation at national/regional conferences is strongly encouraged.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Required Qualifications</h2>
<ul>
<li>Current Acute Care/Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or PA license for the state of Oregon</li>
<li>Appropriate National board certification</li>
<li>State of Oregon Nurse Practitioner Prescriptive Privileges</li>
<li>DEA license</li>
<li>Ability to manage a heavy workload with multiple priorities and inflexible deadlines</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing</li>
<li>Proficient in the use of computing hardware and software, including personal computing equipment, electronic medical record, word processing, and spreadsheet software</li>
<li>Regular and consistent attendance at work</li>
<li>PALS certification</li>
</ul>
<h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2>
<ul>
<li>Experience as an APP in complex medical or pediatric subspecialty care.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Additional Details</h2>
<ul>
<li>**Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a Cover Letter and Resume or CV. ***</li>
</ul>
<h2>Why apply to OHSU?</h2>
<p><strong>We are Oregon's only public academic health center.</strong> In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. <strong>All are welcome.</strong> OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.</p></body>

Pediatric Infusion Center Advanced Practice Provider - NP/PA (Instructor)Department Overview About OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital With a strong tradition of teamwork, diversity and interdisciplinary care, we believe all children deserve the best. At Doernbecher, we built a hospital around that belief. We offer the newest and most advanced treatments available, along with innovative collaborations and research opportunities. As Oregon’s only academic health center, we strive to offer the best medical care to every child across Oregon, Southwest Washington and beyond. About OHSU OHSU's singular focus on improving health starts with Oregonians and has global impact. We are the only academic health center in Oregon, but we're also nationally distinct as a university dedicated solely to advancing health sciences. This allows us to concentrate resources on research to prevent and cure disease, on education that prepares physicians, dentists, nurses and other health professionals to succeed in an evolving health care environment, and on patient care that incorporates the latest knowledge and discoveries. We have 16,000 employees and secure competitive research funding of more than $400 million a year. As a public organization, we provide community outreach and services for Oregon's most vulnerable populations. OHSU’s stated mission to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education and research. About Portland and Oregon Bisected by the Willamette River, Portland is a vibrant city nestled among green woods and waterways. Only 90 minutes from the spectacular Oregon coast or towering Mount Hood, Portland offers the rare accessibility of snow-to-surf. Portland embraces cyclists, hikers, brewpubs, dogs, climbers, artisan coffee shops, book readers, foodies, professional soccer and basketball fans, award-winning wineries, concertgoers and paddle boarders. It’s no wonder Portland constantly ranks as one of America’s favorite lifestyle cities. Function/Duties of Position We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team in the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital Infusion Center. The Infusion Center APP provides collaborative and multidisciplinary care with a team of attending physicians, resident and fellow trainees, nurses, and medical assistants. The Doernbecher Infusion Center provides nearly 5,000 infusion and transfusion services per year. The Center serves patients from the following pediatric sub-specialties: Hematology-Oncology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Neurology, Allergy and Immunology, Pulmonology, Metabolic Diseases, Genetics, and Ophthalmology. The APP proactively manages and improves the daily operations of the Infusion Center, including optimizing patient safety and experience, patient volumes, space utilization, and clinical workflows. The APP provides collaborative problem-solving and support for Infusion Center nursing staff, excluding direct RN supervision. The APP conducts pre-infusion office visits and oversees the transfusion of blood products and the infusion of chemotherapy, iron, IV IgG and other pharmaceutical agents. The APP manages acute clinical issues that may arise in the Infusion Center, including acute infusion reactions and anaphylaxis, and ensures that all provider orders are complete and signed. The Infusion Center operates Mondays-Sundays. All Infusion Center APPs will have a schedule that includes mostly weekdays and some weekends. The APP faculty will have numerous opportunities to become involved in quality improvement work, education, research, and childhood advocacy. Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, the Department of Pediatrics, and the Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology are committed to developing our faculty members’ careers. A pathway for academic promotion for APPs on the professorship series was recently implemented at OHSU. Professional participation is expected, including attendance in relevant educational conferences and didactic conferences. As teaching is an important portion of the OHSU and Doernbecher Children’s hospital mission, you will have the opportunity to teach a broad range of learners and staff. Function/Duties of Position This role is aligned with the OHSU Dept of Pediatrics’ mission of clinical, advocacy, research, and educational excellence. Clinical Responsibilities: Implement clinical plans of care as ordered by the faculty attendings Assure the safe, efficient, high-quality and customer-oriented management Manage and treat infusion and transfusion reactions Interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe and manage medications and other therapies Management and Treatment of common acute and chronic health diagnoses in children Provide health teaching with an emphasis on prevention of illness and health maintenance Refer patients to other healthcare professionals as necessary Education/Advocacy: Provides clinical education to fellows, residents, medical and APP students participating in pediatric rotations. Provides feedback and evaluation, both formally and informally, of learners and trainees. Specifically, APP faculty are key educators to fellows enrolled in pediatric hematology-oncology fellowship programs with the expectation to provide feedback and guidance in the continuing development and improvement of the Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Fellowship program. Scholarship/Research: APP faculty are expected to have a scholarly activity. This may include educating learners, research, grant supported work, quality improvement projects, academic papers and/or presentations in disciplines related to their field of expertise. APP faculty members are often called upon to partner with other providers and members of the department or division research support staff in research activity. Administrative Activities: Participation in faculty meetings at the division, department, APP level. Attending relevant conferences/committees as assigned by Division head or lead APP. Academic and professional development through attendance and/or participation at national/regional conferences is strongly encouraged. Required Qualifications Current Acute Care/Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or PA license for the state of Oregon Appropriate National board certification State of Oregon Nurse Practitioner Prescriptive Privileges DEA license Ability to manage a heavy workload with multiple priorities and inflexible deadlines Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing Proficient in the use of computing hardware and software, including personal computing equipment, electronic medical record, word processing, and spreadsheet software Regular and consistent attendance at work PALS certification Preferred Qualifications Experience as an APP in complex medical or pediatric subspecialty care. Additional Details **Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a Cover Letter and Resume or CV. *** Why apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.

<body><h3>Neurosurgery Outpatient Advanced Practice Provider - NP/PA (Clinical Associate)</h3><br/><h2>Department Overview</h2>
<p>Department of Neurological Surgery Mission: To provide the highest quality specialized neurosurgical care, advance nervous system discovery and the science of practice, and train outstanding and compassionate leaders in a diverse and inclusive environment that promotes wellness. Department of Neurological Surgery Vision: Leading neurosurgical care through innovation. Department Summary: As Oregon’s only academic health center, OHSU integrates education, research, patient care, and community service to improve the well-being of Oregonians. The Department of Neurological Surgery delivers comprehensive care for patients with brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerve conditions at OHSU and Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. Our surgeons combine deep expertise with advanced technology and a patient-centered approach. The department is nationally recognized for pioneering innovations, including North America's first deep brain stimulation surgery and the world’s first neuronal stem cell transplants. We house leading neurosurgical training programs and advanced fellowships and contribute significant research on pain perception and cerebral blood flow. The Department of Neurological Surgery in the OHSU School of Medicine is a safe, respectful and welcoming place for people of all races, cultures, ethnicities, genders, national origins, abilities, ages, colors, religions, and sexual orientations. We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable work environment. Diversity is a core value, and all members participate in ongoing education and initiatives to support equity and inclusion within OHSU and the communities we serve.</p>
<p><em>The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $171,799 - $228,936; commensurate with experience according to the OHSU-ONA/APU bargaining agreement. Base pay does not include incentive pay, hiring bonuses, or additional benefits such as retirement contributions.</em></p>
<h2>Why apply to OHSU?</h2>
<p><strong>We are Oregon's only public academic health center.</strong> In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. <strong>All are welcome.</strong> OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.</p></body>

Neurosurgery Outpatient Advanced Practice Provider - NP/PA (Clinical Associate)Department Overview Department of Neurological Surgery Mission: To provide the highest quality specialized neurosurgical care, advance nervous system discovery and the science of practice, and train outstanding and compassionate leaders in a diverse and inclusive environment that promotes wellness. Department of Neurological Surgery Vision: Leading neurosurgical care through innovation. Department Summary: As Oregon’s only academic health center, OHSU integrates education, research, patient care, and community service to improve the well-being of Oregonians. The Department of Neurological Surgery delivers comprehensive care for patients with brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerve conditions at OHSU and Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. Our surgeons combine deep expertise with advanced technology and a patient-centered approach. The department is nationally recognized for pioneering innovations, including North America's first deep brain stimulation surgery and the world’s first neuronal stem cell transplants. We house leading neurosurgical training programs and advanced fellowships and contribute significant research on pain perception and cerebral blood flow. The Department of Neurological Surgery in the OHSU School of Medicine is a safe, respectful and welcoming place for people of all races, cultures, ethnicities, genders, national origins, abilities, ages, colors, religions, and sexual orientations. We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable work environment. Diversity is a core value, and all members participate in ongoing education and initiatives to support equity and inclusion within OHSU and the communities we serve. The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $171,799 - $228,936; commensurate with experience according to the OHSU-ONA/APU bargaining agreement. Base pay does not include incentive pay, hiring bonuses, or additional benefits such as retirement contributions. Why apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.

<body><h3>Pediatric Palliative Care Advanced Practice Provider - NP/PA (Instructor)</h3><br/><h2>Department Overview</h2>
<p><strong>About OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital</strong>With a strong tradition of teamwork, diversity and interdisciplinary care, we believe all children deserve the best. At Doernbecher, we built a hospital around that belief. It’s why we have more specialists in children’s health than anywhere else in the state. We offer the newest and most advanced treatments available, along with innovative collaborations and research opportunities. As Oregon’s only academic health center, we strive to offer the best medical care to every child across Oregon, Southwest Washington and beyond.</p>
<p><strong>About OHSU</strong>OHSU's singular focus on improving health starts with Oregonians and has global impact. We are the only academic health center in Oregon, but we're also nationally distinct as a university dedicated solely to advancing health sciences. This allows us to concentrate resources on research to prevent and cure disease, on education that prepares physicians, dentists, nurses and other health professionals to succeed in an evolving health care environment, and on patient care that incorporates the latest knowledge and discoveries. We have 18,000 employees and secure competitive research funding of more than $400 million a year. As a public organization, we provide community outreach and services for Oregon's most vulnerable populations. OHSU’s stated mission to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education and research.</p>
<p><strong>About Portland and Oregon</strong>Bisected by the Willamette River, Portland is a vibrant city nestled among green woods and waterways. Only 90 minutes from the spectacular Oregon coast or towering Mount Hood, Portland offers the rare accessibility of snow-to-surf. Portland embraces cyclists, hikers, brewpubs, dogs, climbers, artisan coffee shops, book readers, foodies, professional soccer and basketball fans, award-winning wineries, concertgoers and paddle boarders. It’s no wonder Portland constantly ranks as one of America’s favorite lifestyle cities.</p>
<h2>Function/Duties of Position</h2>
<p>The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.</p>
<p>The Bridges Pediatric Palliative Care APP delivers care aligned with a defined scope of practice in pediatric palliative care, with work expectations operationalized through departmental workflows, productivity standards, and performance expectations consistent with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and institutional policies.</p>
<p>This role is structured to meet contract-defined work expectations of a maximum of 1792 clinical hours, inclusive of weekday-only coverage, aligned with the clinical coverage model and patient care needs of the service.</p>
<p>The Bridges Pediatric Palliative Care APP will participate in departmental scheduling processes, excluding weekends/holidays/call responsibilities, with scheduling practices aligned to contract provisions, equitable distribution of coverage, and maintenance of safe, consistent clinical operations.</p>
<p><strong>Clinical Activities</strong> (<em>not assigned administrative, education, or research FTE</em>):</p>
<p><strong>Direct</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Patient population: Seriously ill children and adolescents</li>
<li>Practice area: Inpatient and ambulatory</li>
<li>Practice type: Independent and shared; WRVU-generating</li>
<li>Clinical coverage requirement: Weekday inpatient and outpatient consults and scheduled clinic appointments; excludes nights, weekends, holidays, and call</li>
<li>Department specific activities</li>
</ul>
<p>This is a remarkable opportunity for an Advanced Practice Professional to join the Bridges Pediatric Palliative Care Team at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. As part of the interdisciplinary team alongside physicians, RNs, chaplains and social workers, the APP will provide excellent clinical care to seriously ill children in the inpatient and outpatient areas. The APP also will have the opportunity to collaborate with other organizations in Oregon to improve the care of children living with life-limiting illness. The APP will work in collaboration with the Medical Director of the Bridges Palliative Care Program, faculty, staff and OHSU leadership to provide service which furthers the University’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.</p>
<p>While palliative care experience is strongly preferred, mentorship is available for a dynamic, collaborative advanced practice provider who is eager to learn and has a “hospice heart.”</p>
<p>The APP faculty will have numerous opportunities to become involved in quality improvement work, education, research, and childhood advocacy. Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, the Department of Pediatrics, and the Division of Palliative Care are committed to developing our faculty members’ careers. There is also a pathway for academic advancement for APPs at OHSU.</p>
<p>Professional participation is expected, including attendance in relevant educational conferences and didactic conferences.</p>
<p>As teaching is an important portion of the OHSU and Doernbecher Children’s Hospital missions, you will be responsible for collaborating with and teaching students and trainees.</p>
<p>The Advanced Practice Provider is a faculty member credentialed and privileged to serve as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. This role is aligned with the OHSU Dept of Pediatrics mission of clinical, advocacy, research, and educational excellence.</p>
<p>Clinical Responsibilities:</p>
<ul>
<li>Work collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide excellent clinical care.</li>
<li>Work to ensure a smooth transition of patient care and education between inpatient and outpatient care</li>
<li>Conduct screening, diagnosis, and medical management</li>
<li>Complete timely and accurate documentation in Epic</li>
<li>Communicate to all referring providers and primary care practitioners as needed</li>
<li>Participate in patient and family education in both the inpatient and outpatient setting</li>
<li>Clarify the medical plan of care and assist the team to assure all communication loops are closed</li>
<li>Provide telephone advice and follow-up phone calls as needed regarding hospitalization, clinic visits, hospice, and community care</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Faculty Activities</strong> (<em>service, scholarship, and research</em>):</p>
<ul>
<li>Clinical APP faculty expectations include sustained contributions within the four pillars of OHSU’s mission, including clinical, scholarship, and teaching</li>
<li>Faculty pursuit opportunities specific to position:
<ul>
<li>Faculty Pursuit activities will be driven by individual APP interests. The APP may collaborate with the Division Head and other colleagues to develop plans that may also further division goals or the clinical, education, or research missions (eg, quality improvement projects, clinical research, etc).</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Other Activities</strong> <em>(not covered above)</em>:</p>
<ul>
<li>All APPs are expected to support the clinical, education, and research mission of OHSU through routine clinical care that includes working with students, trainees, and patients participating in research, consistent with their role, scope of practice, and applicable contract and institutional policies.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Required Qualifications</h2>
<p><strong>Education:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Successful completion of a Master’s Degree in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing in a recognized APRN specialty (Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, or Nurse Practitioner)</li>
<li>OR -</li>
<li>Successful completion of a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant/Associate Studies from an accredited program.</li>
<li>OR -</li>
<li>Appropriate equivalent degree and certification.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Registrations, Certifications and/or Licenses:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Current RN and APRN licensure with the Oregon Board of Nursing.</li>
<li>Current national certification in the area of specialization.</li>
<li>Current BLS, ACLS or PALS Certification as indicated for the position</li>
<li>DEA Certification.</li>
<li>OR -</li>
<li>Current PA licensure with the Oregon Medical Board.</li>
<li>Current NCCPA Certification.</li>
<li>Current BLS, ACLS or PALS Certification.</li>
<li>DEA Certification.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Experience</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Experience as an APP in complex medical or pediatric care.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Skills and Abilities</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Ability to manage a heavy workload with multiple priorities and inflexible deadlines</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing</li>
<li>Proficient in the use of computing hardware and software, including personal computing equipment, electronic medical record, word processing, and spreadsheet software</li>
<li>Regular and consistent attendance at work</li>
</ul>
<h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2>
<ul>
<li>Prior experience in Pediatrics preferred.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Additional Details</h2>
<p><strong>Apply here online:</strong></p>
<p>Upload cover letter and resume. Please be sure to include months and years (MM/YYYY format) to the resume for jobs/work experience.</p>
<ul>
<li>OHSU Employees be sure to apply using your OHSU email*</li>
</ul>
<h2>Why apply to OHSU?</h2>
<p><strong>We are Oregon's only public academic health center.</strong> In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. <strong>All are welcome.</strong> OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.</p></body>

Pediatric Palliative Care Advanced Practice Provider - NP/PA (Instructor)Department Overview About OHSU Doernbecher Children’s HospitalWith a strong tradition of teamwork, diversity and interdisciplinary care, we believe all children deserve the best. At Doernbecher, we built a hospital around that belief. It’s why we have more specialists in children’s health than anywhere else in the state. We offer the newest and most advanced treatments available, along with innovative collaborations and research opportunities. As Oregon’s only academic health center, we strive to offer the best medical care to every child across Oregon, Southwest Washington and beyond. About OHSUOHSU's singular focus on improving health starts with Oregonians and has global impact. We are the only academic health center in Oregon, but we're also nationally distinct as a university dedicated solely to advancing health sciences. This allows us to concentrate resources on research to prevent and cure disease, on education that prepares physicians, dentists, nurses and other health professionals to succeed in an evolving health care environment, and on patient care that incorporates the latest knowledge and discoveries. We have 18,000 employees and secure competitive research funding of more than $400 million a year. As a public organization, we provide community outreach and services for Oregon's most vulnerable populations. OHSU’s stated mission to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education and research. About Portland and OregonBisected by the Willamette River, Portland is a vibrant city nestled among green woods and waterways. Only 90 minutes from the spectacular Oregon coast or towering Mount Hood, Portland offers the rare accessibility of snow-to-surf. Portland embraces cyclists, hikers, brewpubs, dogs, climbers, artisan coffee shops, book readers, foodies, professional soccer and basketball fans, award-winning wineries, concertgoers and paddle boarders. It’s no wonder Portland constantly ranks as one of America’s favorite lifestyle cities. Function/Duties of Position The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service. The Bridges Pediatric Palliative Care APP delivers care aligned with a defined scope of practice in pediatric palliative care, with work expectations operationalized through departmental workflows, productivity standards, and performance expectations consistent with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and institutional policies. This role is structured to meet contract-defined work expectations of a maximum of 1792 clinical hours, inclusive of weekday-only coverage, aligned with the clinical coverage model and patient care needs of the service. The Bridges Pediatric Palliative Care APP will participate in departmental scheduling processes, excluding weekends/holidays/call responsibilities, with scheduling practices aligned to contract provisions, equitable distribution of coverage, and maintenance of safe, consistent clinical operations. Clinical Activities (not assigned administrative, education, or research FTE): Direct Patient population: Seriously ill children and adolescents Practice area: Inpatient and ambulatory Practice type: Independent and shared; WRVU-generating Clinical coverage requirement: Weekday inpatient and outpatient consults and scheduled clinic appointments; excludes nights, weekends, holidays, and call Department specific activities This is a remarkable opportunity for an Advanced Practice Professional to join the Bridges Pediatric Palliative Care Team at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. As part of the interdisciplinary team alongside physicians, RNs, chaplains and social workers, the APP will provide excellent clinical care to seriously ill children in the inpatient and outpatient areas. The APP also will have the opportunity to collaborate with other organizations in Oregon to improve the care of children living with life-limiting illness. The APP will work in collaboration with the Medical Director of the Bridges Palliative Care Program, faculty, staff and OHSU leadership to provide service which furthers the University’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service. While palliative care experience is strongly preferred, mentorship is available for a dynamic, collaborative advanced practice provider who is eager to learn and has a “hospice heart.” The APP faculty will have numerous opportunities to become involved in quality improvement work, education, research, and childhood advocacy. Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, the Department of Pediatrics, and the Division of Palliative Care are committed to developing our faculty members’ careers. There is also a pathway for academic advancement for APPs at OHSU. Professional participation is expected, including attendance in relevant educational conferences and didactic conferences. As teaching is an important portion of the OHSU and Doernbecher Children’s Hospital missions, you will be responsible for collaborating with and teaching students and trainees. The Advanced Practice Provider is a faculty member credentialed and privileged to serve as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. This role is aligned with the OHSU Dept of Pediatrics mission of clinical, advocacy, research, and educational excellence. Clinical Responsibilities: Work collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide excellent clinical care. Work to ensure a smooth transition of patient care and education between inpatient and outpatient care Conduct screening, diagnosis, and medical management Complete timely and accurate documentation in Epic Communicate to all referring providers and primary care practitioners as needed Participate in patient and family education in both the inpatient and outpatient setting Clarify the medical plan of care and assist the team to assure all communication loops are closed Provide telephone advice and follow-up phone calls as needed regarding hospitalization, clinic visits, hospice, and community care Faculty Activities (service, scholarship, and research): Clinical APP faculty expectations include sustained contributions within the four pillars of OHSU’s mission, including clinical, scholarship, and teaching Faculty pursuit opportunities specific to position: Faculty Pursuit activities will be driven by individual APP interests. The APP may collaborate with the Division Head and other colleagues to develop plans that may also further division goals or the clinical, education, or research missions (eg, quality improvement projects, clinical research, etc). Other Activities (not covered above): All APPs are expected to support the clinical, education, and research mission of OHSU through routine clinical care that includes working with students, trainees, and patients participating in research, consistent with their role, scope of practice, and applicable contract and institutional policies. Required Qualifications Education: Successful completion of a Master’s Degree in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing in a recognized APRN specialty (Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, or Nurse Practitioner) OR - Successful completion of a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant/Associate Studies from an accredited program. OR - Appropriate equivalent degree and certification. Registrations, Certifications and/or Licenses: Current RN and APRN licensure with the Oregon Board of Nursing. Current national certification in the area of specialization. Current BLS, ACLS or PALS Certification as indicated for the position DEA Certification. OR - Current PA licensure with the Oregon Medical Board. Current NCCPA Certification. Current BLS, ACLS or PALS Certification. DEA Certification. Experience: Experience as an APP in complex medical or pediatric care. Skills and Abilities: Ability to manage a heavy workload with multiple priorities and inflexible deadlines Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing Proficient in the use of computing hardware and software, including personal computing equipment, electronic medical record, word processing, and spreadsheet software Regular and consistent attendance at work Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in Pediatrics preferred. Additional Details Apply here online: Upload cover letter and resume. Please be sure to include months and years (MM/YYYY format) to the resume for jobs/work experience. OHSU Employees be sure to apply using your OHSU email* Why apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.

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