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Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Urology
LCMC Health Physician Services | Marrero, Louisiana
Advance Your Career with a Growing Urology Team
LCMC Health Physician Services is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP First Assist) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our established Urology practice in Marrero, Louisiana. This provider will work collaboratively with physicians, clinical staff, and support teams to deliver high-quality urologic care across the continuum of care, including outpatient clinic, inpatient hospital rounding, and surgical first assist responsibilities in the operating room .
This is an exciting opportunity for an APP who enjoys a diverse practice environment and is passionate about providing exceptional patient care while working closely with an experienced urology team.
Opportunity Highlights
Monday through Friday schedule
Combination of outpatient clinic, inpatient hospital rounding, and first assist duties in the operating room
Opportunity to participate in a wide variety of urologic surgical procedures
Work closely with physicians across a broad range of urologic conditions and treatments
Established urology practice with a strong referral network
Collaborative team of physicians, APPs, and experienced clinical staff
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
CME allowance and professional development opportunities
EPIC electronic medical record system
Supportive physician leadership and administrative team
Position Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive outpatient evaluation and management of urology patients
Conduct inpatient hospital rounding, including assessments, treatment planning, and follow-up care
Serve as First Assist in the operating room for urologic surgical procedures
Perform pre-operative and post-operative evaluations and patient education
Obtain medical histories, perform physical examinations, and develop treatment plans
Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic testing results
Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic urologic conditions under established protocols and collaborative agreements
Respond promptly to patient calls, messages, and clinical concerns
Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
Coordinate patient care and collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and specialists
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical team meetings
Promote patient safety and adherence to infection prevention standards
Demonstrate professional leadership and commitment to LCMC Health's mission and values
Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner Candidates
Master's or Doctoral Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Current Louisiana Registered Nurse (RN) license
Current Louisiana Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license
Current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Current RN First Assist (RNFA) certification or eligibility required
Experience serving as a First Assist in the operating room strongly preferred
Physician Assistant Candidates
Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
Current Louisiana Physician Assistant license or eligibility for licensure
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification required
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Previous surgical first assist experience strongly preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Urology experience preferred
Surgical experience and comfort assisting in the operating room
Experience with inpatient rounding and management of hospitalized patients
Strong clinical assessment and patient education skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will enjoy a well-rounded role that includes outpatient clinic care, inpatient…