Reports To: Regional Manager (administrative); Medical Director (clinical)
FLSA Status: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
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
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
