APP Outpatient Dermatology

Position Description :

Title : APP Outpatient

Location : Appleton, Wisconsin

Position Description :

The Department of Dermatology, Division of Pediatric Dermatology, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to collaborate with pediatric dermatology physicians and an interdisciplinary health care in the ambulatory outpatient environment located in northeast WI at the Children's Wisconsin Appleton Clinic and Ashwaubenon Clinic. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will work as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team who will contribute to excellence in program administration, patient care, patient safety, research, quality improvement, and teaching. This is an ideal position for a pediatric specialist with a desire to work in a world-class academic medicine environment while living in a thriving area perfect for raising a family and surrounded by incredible natural beauty.

The Medical College of Wisconsin is an academic partner to Children's Wisconsin, the region's only independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. As part of its vision that the children of Wisconsin will be the healthiest in the nation, Children's Wisconsin is committed to providing care in local communities. This APP will augment pediatric dermatology care currently provided by physicians in northeast WI. The position will be based in the outpatient pediatric dermatology clinics in Appleton and Ashwaubenon, with the opportunity to participate in clinics and conferences in the Milwaukee metro area approximately 1-2 times monthly. Initial training in pediatric dermatology will be in the Milwaukee metro area for an anticipated 3 to 12 months, depending on prior experience.

The Ideal Candidate will be an independent and experienced APP who has excellent attention to detail and is a collaborative team player with a strong interest in building an independent practice within a thriving and very collaborative academic pediatric dermatology division. Prior dermatology or pediatric dermatology experience is preferred.

In this role you will :

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary health care teams in diagnosis and treatment of pediatric dermatology conditions in the outpatient environment as a member of the pediatric dermatology team.
• Perform dermatologic procedures in children, including cryotherapy, biopsy, curettage, and injections.
• Facilitate and communicate with patient, family, and staff to promote continuity of care across the continuum of care.
• Timely completion of patient care tasks within the electronic medical record, including documentation, triaging test results, handling refill requests, and responding to patient portal messages.
• Attend required training and meets key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileging institution, CMS, and the Join Commission.
• Evaluate and improve quality outcomes for the patients receiving care of this team through participation in quality improvement and patient safety efforts.
• Educate staff and other healthcare providers on pediatric dermatology topics as needed (when invited to lecture).
• Attend educational conferences and administrative meetings as required by the Department of Dermatology and Division of Pediatric Dermatology
• Acquires information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and / or Nurse Practitioner field, through educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and current literature.
• Perform e-consultation or virtual visits as required.
• Full-time role with expectations for coverage during core weekday business hours (Monday to Friday, 7 : 30 am to 5 pm) and flexibility required as necessary to accommodate business needs.

Core Advanced Practice Responsibilities

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs.

Position Requirements

Preferred Experience : Pediatric dermatology or general dermatology experience

Minimum Education :

Advanced Practice Nurse : Master's Degree or higher in Nursing

Physician Assistant : Bachelor's Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies

Minimum Requirements : (

Advanced Practice Nurse Physician Assistant

Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner Wisconsin Physician Assistant License

Wisconsin RN License Certification by NCCPA

Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA

Pediatric Certification; FNP Considered

AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA

Learn more about : MCW Division of Pediatric Dermatology , Children's Wisconsin Dermatology Program , MCW APPs

Why MCW?

Medical College of Wisconsin

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state's only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation.

Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children's Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually.

The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children's Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service.

Commitment to MCW Values

All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values : acting in Caring ways - engaging in Collaborative efforts - approaching our world with Curiosity - advancing Inclusive practices - demonstrating Integrity in all we do - treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.

Children's Wisconsin

Children's Wisconsin offers one of the largest pediatric dermatology practices in the country. We have six full time, board-certified pediatric dermatologists and four specially-trained APPs who have over 20,000 patient visits each year.

The role is employed by the Medical College of Wisconsin and provides care at Children's Wisconsin. Both organizations are based in the Milwaukee area, though clinical services are provided throughout the state and this position will be based in Northeast Wisconsin. The Medical College of Wisconsin pediatric specialty providers who work at the nationally ranked Children's Wisconsin are members of Children's Specialty Group, a strong group practice of more than 775 elite pediatric specialty physicians and APPs.

Children's Wisconsin is an independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. The hospital, with locations in Milwaukee and Northeast Wisconsin, is recognized as one of the leading pediatric health care centers in the United States. Children's Wisconsin provides primary care, urgent care, emergency care, specialty care, mental and behavioral health services, community health services, foster and adoption services, child advocacy services and health insurance plans. Each year, the Children's Wisconsin team has more than 6.5 million touchpoints with kids and families through medical care, advocacy, research and education.

Connected for Kids

This position is located in Northeast Wisconsin as part of an innovative collaboration between Children's Wisconsin, Bellin Health and ThedaCare . These top-quality health care organizations are partnering to improve the health and well-being of children and adolescents in Northeast Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan through a collaboration called Connected for Kids . This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with primary and specialty care providers at these organizations to improve patient outcomes. The connection between the organizations helps position our physicians to successfully support the needs of patients and their families.

Explore Northeast Wisconsin

The Northeast Wisconsin region features Fortune 500 companies, growing communities, excellent colleges, award-winning health care, performing arts and live music, professional sports (NFL) and abundant recreational opportunities. It includes the Fox Cities, which are 19 communities along the Fox River in East Central Wisconsin, as well as the greater Green Bay area and Door County. This fast-growing area offers a balance of a metropolitan lifestyle with easy access to both ample outdoor activities and major cities.

Each community of the Fox Cities brings its own special history and personality, making the area a unique blend of urban style and small-town warmth. Appleton has been named a best place to raise kids, while Oshkosh has been named a best city for working parents.

Green Bay, which is situated on the banks of the Bay and Fox River, was named the Best Place to Live in the country by US. News & World Report. Historical landmarks and fun sporting events are hallmarks of the greater Green Bay area. It is a top destination for outdoor recreation and is home to the Green Bay Packers professional football team.

Door County is located on a peninsula between Green Bay and Lake Michigan and is often referred to as the "Cape Cod of the Midwest." It is known for its picturesque coastal towns, specialty shops, fish boils, cherry and apple orchards and scenic beauty.

Preferred Schedule :

Position Requirements :

Preferred Experience : Pediatric dermatology or general dermatology experience

Minimum Education :

Advanced Practice Nurse : Master's Degree or higher in Nursing

Physician Assistant : Bachelor's Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies

Minimum Requirements : (

Advanced Practice Nurse Physician Assistant

Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner Wisconsin Physician Assistant License

Wisconsin RN License Certification by NCCPA

Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA

Pediatric Certification; FNP Considered

AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.