Chief, Adv Practice Provider (NP)
13 hours ago
New York
• Job Type: Officer of Administration, • Bargaining Unit:, • Regular/Temporary: Regular, • End Date if Temporary:, • Hours Per Week: 35, • Standard Work Schedule:, • Building: The Chief Advanced Practice Provider (NP) is a senior clinical and administrative leader responsible for overseeing advanced practice providers (APPs) and coordinating high-quality patient care in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. This role combines advanced clinical practice with operational leadership, program development, and care coordination within a complex academic medical environment. The incumbent works collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, medical assistants, administrative staff and the Department's leadership team to ensure seamless, patient-centered, evidence-based care across ambulatory and inpatient settings. The role also serves as a liaison between APPs, physicians, departmental leadership, and hospital administration to support strategic growth, operational excellence, and continuous quality improvement. Responsibilities Clinical Care and Patient Management • Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations; evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients across the care continuum., • Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, ECGs, etc.)., • Develop, implement, and modify patient care plans and clinical pathways., • Provide pre-operative evaluation, optimization, clearance, and post-operative follow-up care., • Perform therapeutic and procedural interventions including injections, wound care, suture/staple removal, and drain management as appropriate., • Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, risks, benefits, recovery, and self-care., • Coordinate referrals and collaborate with multidisciplinary services to ensure continuity of care., • Serve as a primary point of contact for patients, families, and referring providers., • Participate in inpatient rounds and consults as needed., • Coordinate transitions of care across settings (clinic, inpatient, discharge, home care)., • Facilitate pre-authorizations, scheduling, and multidisciplinary care planning., • Assist with the development and implementation of new clinical services, care protocols, and critical pathways., • Participate in clinical research initiatives and quality improvement programs., • Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development for APPs and clinical staff., • Facilitate regular APP meetings to foster communication, collaboration, and accountability amongst the group., • Establish a work environment that supports teamwork and a professional atmosphere, • Actively participates in the recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, orienting, and training of new APPs., • Develop staffing models and coverage schedules to meet operational needs., • Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback and coaching., • Monitor staff competencies, licensure, credentialing, and compliance requirements., • Represent the APP team in divisional and institutional meetings., • Serve as liaison between APPs, physicians, administration, and external partners., • Participate in budget planning, fiscal reviews, and strategic initiatives., • Promote a collaborative, inclusive, professional work environment., • Ensure adherence to institutional policies, regulatory standards, HIPAA, billing compliance, and safety guidelines., • Serves as a resource for APP best practice and utilization., • Builds trust and encourages collaboration among teams and between departments, • Drives ongoing strategic initiatives and ensures adherence to policies and continuous quality improvement, • Participate in departmental and service line quality and performance improvement initiatives., • Organize and participate in the Department's M&M Conference., • Review charts, workflows, documentation, and billing for accuracy and compliance., • Contribute to the development and revision of policies, procedures, and clinical standards. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in experience plus 5 years of advanced practice clinical experience Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree preferred, • 10 years of experience preferred, • Experience in orthopedic surgery preferred, • Prior leadership, supervisory, or program development experience strongly preferred, • Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program Active NY State Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license * National certification (NCCPA for PAs; appropriate board certification for NPs) * DEA registration (or eligibility) * BLS required; ACLS preferred * Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills. * Excellent interpersonal, communication, and written documentation skills. * Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team-building ability. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a complex academic environment. * Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills. * Proficiency with EPIC Electronic Medical Records and standard office software. * Experience with research, quality improvement, or program development. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.