Advanced Practice Fellow - Emergency Medicine

Carilion Clinic - Roanoke, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Roanoke, VA

Hospitals

About the position

The Advanced Practice Provider Fellow (APPF) in Emergency Medicine is a 12-month training program designed for individuals who have completed an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program. This role involves working collaboratively within a healthcare team in a Level 1 Trauma Center, focusing on patient care, skill development, and competency assessments in emergency medicine. The APPF will engage in various training activities, including simulation lab exercises and rotations in community hospitals, while providing quality service under physician supervision.

Responsibilities

• Participates in a 12-month intense training program in emergency medicine.
• Attends Emergency Medicine grand rounds and lectures.
• Develops skills in intubation, wound care, central line and CT insertion.
• Becomes proficient in basic ultrasound diagnostic abilities.
• Conducts comprehensive health histories and performs physical examinations.
• Discriminates between normal and abnormal findings and consults as necessary.
• Assesses, diagnoses, and manages acute and chronic illnesses.
• Performs or requests laboratory/radiology procedures and interprets health data.
• Initiates and implements treatment plans using established protocols.
• Administers medications and injections as needed.
• Utilizes electronic medical records and documents patient information accurately.
• Coordinates appointments and referrals based on patient health status.
• Consults with physicians regarding patient care needs.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program or Nurse Practitioner Program required.
• Clinical experience appropriate to specific practice/department preferred.
• Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license required.
• DEA licensure required.
• AHA BLS, ACLS certification required; PALS required within 6 months of Fellowship training.
• Meets credentialing requirements and qualifies for malpractice insurance.

Nice-to-haves

• Commitment to continued professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare providers.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Full-time employment status
• Opportunities for professional development