Urology Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner

Description

Department: Providers

Classification: Full-Time

Schedule: Per assigned clinic provider template, Monday–Friday

Location: Assigned Clear Choice Dermatology clinic(s), Oregon

Reports To: Regional Manager (administrative); Medical Director (clinical)

FLSA Status: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

Clear Choice Dermatology is a growing practice committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care across Oregon. As we expand our specialty services, the Urology Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) evaluates, diagnoses, and manages a variety of urologic conditions in an outpatient clinical setting. Working closely with the Medical Director, clinic leadership, and support staff, the Urology PA/NP delivers efficient, compassionate care while helping expand access to specialty services in the community and grow CCD's urology service line.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Assessment & Diagnosis

• Evaluate and treat patients with common urologic conditions, such as urinary tract infections, voiding dysfunction, incontinence, benign prostatic hyperplasia, kidney stones, and men's health concerns
• Obtain comprehensive medical histories and perform physical examinations
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging
• Recognize conditions that need urologist, surgical, or emergency care and refer per practice protocol

Treatment & Procedures

• Develop and implement treatment plans, including prescribing medications within scope of license and practice guidelines
• Perform in-office urologic procedures within scope and training, including bladder scans and post-void residual measurements, urinalysis, catheter placement and changes, and bladder instillations
• Assist with cystoscopy and other urologic procedures as trained
• Manage recurrent urinary tract infections and long-term catheter care

Patient Education & Follow-Up

• Educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive care
• Ensure lab, imaging, and culture results are reviewed, communicated to patients, and acted on within practice timelines
• Track referrals to outside specialists and confirm the referral loop is closed

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR (EMA / Modernizing Medicine)
• Close charts and select accurate diagnosis and procedure codes in a timely manner to support compliant billing
• Follow HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, infection control, and CCD clinical policies and protocols at all times

Collaboration & Quality

• Collaborate with supervising/collaborating physicians, clinic leadership, and clinical staff
• Participate in clinic quality initiatives and patient care improvement efforts
• Help develop and grow CCD's urology service line, including workflows, supply needs, and staff training

WHY JOIN CLEAR CHOICE DERMATOLOGY

Join our team dedicated to advancing patient health. We offer opportunities for professional growth, ongoing education, and a collaborative work environment focused on excellence in patient care.

Requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education & Licensure

• Active Oregon PA or NP license (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
• For PAs: current NCCPA certification and a collaboration agreement with a CCD physician, as required by Oregon law
• For NPs: national board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., AANP or ANCC)
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority (or ability to obtain)
• Current BLS certification
• Ability to be credentialed with CCD's contracted insurance plans

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of urology experience preferred; a strong procedural background will be considered
• Experience in an outpatient urology setting preferred
• Experience with cystoscopy assistance, catheter management, men's health, recurrent UTI management, or related procedures preferred
• Experience working in a fast-paced specialty clinic environment preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong documentation and time-management skills
• Interest in helping develop and grow a urology service line

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended periods during the clinic day
• Fine motor skills and manual dexterity sufficient to perform in-office procedures
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs and assisting patients with positioning

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in an outpatient clinic setting
• Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, body fluids, infectious materials, and sharps; PPE and OSHA protocols are required
• May be assigned to, or asked to cover, more than one CCD clinic location; occasional travel between clinics may be required

WORK STANDARDS

• Arrive prepared to begin the scheduled clinic template on time
• Complete and sign all documentation within practice-established timelines
• Maintain active licensure, certifications, and DEA registration, and notify HR / Credentialing of any change in status
• Complete all required CCD trainings (including HIPAA and OSHA) by assigned due dates
• Represent Clear Choice Dermatology with professionalism, integrity, and a genuine commitment to patient satisfaction