Job Description

Job Overview
As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day.



The UC Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Cincinnati has been an independent academic unit within the College of Medicine since 1984. It is responsible for the medical direction of the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Center for Emergency Care (CEC) and the Emergency Medicine Residency Training Program.



The College of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, is seeking to fill a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position. This position will provide emergent care in the emergency setting.

Essential Functions
Performs a physical exam based upon age and patient history as per the Standard Care Arrangement with a collaborating physician.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies to assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
Develops a treatment plan in collaboration with the physician and members of the multidisciplinary care team.
May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by state and University of Cincinnati Medical Center prescriptive authority.
Actively participate in research relative to area of specialty.
Actively develop and participate in providing evidence-based education presentations and other learning activities for diverse disciplines.
Participate in Medical Team Rounds.
Actively involved with Quality Management, data collection and performance improvement initiatives.
Other activities and/or duties assigned to achieve the overall mission of the position within the Department.
Minimum Requirements
For Nurse Practitioner:

Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
Active Ohio APRN license with prescriptive authority.
Active Board Certification in appropriate nursing specialty.
Three (3) years nursing experience.
Additional related work experience may be required depending on specialty/sub-specialty.
- OR -



For Physician Assistant:

Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Active Ohio Physician Assistant license with prescriptive authority.
Certification as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Minimum of one (1) year experience is required.
Additional related work experience may be required depending on specialty/sub-specialty.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Sitting - Often
Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
Hearing, listening - Often
Talking - Often
Standing - Often
Walking - Often
Bending - Seldom
Stooping - Seldom
Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
Reaching overhead - Seldom
Pulling, pushing - Seldom
Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.