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apartment University of Iowa Healthcare location_onIowa City, IA, US
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The University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences is seeking an 80-100% Physician Assistant (PA; PD03; 11) or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP; PT35; 11).

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences intends to hire at either the Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) level based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please indicate in your application materials the position you wish to be considered for.

Working with oculoplastic faculty, the candidate will provide specialized clinical care within the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, focusing on oculoplastics and related ophthalmic subspecialties. This role supports both outpatient and inpatient services at the department’s university campus and at Iowa River Landing (IRL), collaborating closely with ophthalmologists and optometrists to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care. In accordance with scope of practice as outlined by applicable state law, regulations, institutional policies and practice agreements, the position will independently conduct comprehensive medical assessments, establish medical diagnoses, order and evaluates diagnostic testing, develop treatment plans, and deliver scope-appropriate clinical and procedural services.

Position Responsibilities

Patient Evaluation & Clinical Care
  • Obtain and document comprehensive medical histories; perform system-focused or symptom-specific physical examinations.
  • Conduct routine eye exams, including slit lamp evaluations.
  • Form differential diagnoses and manage both acute and chronic ophthalmic conditions.
  • Address urgent ophthalmic issues such as infections, chalazia, foreign bodies, post operative ocular irritation, and chemical/thermal burns.
  • Provide evaluation and ongoing monitoring and support for thyroid eye disease (TED) and anophthalmic socket patients.


Procedures & Interventions
  • Perform and manage billable in-office clinic and procedure room interventions as outlined.
  • Assist in surgery (e.g., skin closure) and perform non-billable procedures such as suture removal.
  • Prescribe pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic, and procedural/surgical interventions as needed.


Pre- and Post-Operative Care
  • Conduct postoperative evaluations to ensure recovery and continuity of care.
  • Provide pre-operative consultations and care coordination (e.g., blood thinner management, cardiac work-ups, coordinated case appointments and Mohs excisions.


Triage & Coordination
  • Add-on/same-day triage for patients (e.g., post-op issues, acute TED concerns) with faculty/fellow/resident support as needed.
  • Coordinate care for inpatient ophthalmology subspecialty cases, including trauma and burn patients, and provide follow-up consults for patients with established management plans.
  • Facilitate patient care coordination, streamlining communication and care delivery across providers and services within the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences.
  • Support triage and inbox management tasks as needed.


Collaboration & Documentation
  • Collaborate with ophthalmologists, optometrists, other providers, and multiple team throughout the region to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Initiate appropriate referrals and consultations, identifying expected outcomes for diagnoses.
  • Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic procedures and assessments relevant to ophthalmic care.
  • Utilize approved, evidence-based practice protocols in planning and delivering care.
  • Provide specialty and subspeciality-specific consultation services within the ARNP scope of practice.
  • Accurately document patient care in the electronic medical record (EMR) in compliance with billing and regulatory standards.


Professional Development
  • Participate in departmental educational conferences and clinical care meetings.
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.


Procedural Scope: Procedures listed are in the scope of the position after training, demonstration of competency, and supervised trial period.

  • Use of slit lamp for diagnostic and procedure purposes
  • Eyelid biopsies (incisional and excisional) not involving the medial canthus, eyelid margin, or adjacent to the lacrimal system
  • Incision and drainage of the lacrimal sac with packing of acute dacryocystitis
  • Incision and drainage of chalazion
  • Hyfrecation/epilation of eyelashes
  • Punctal plug placement or permanent closure with cautery
  • Placement and removal of sutures
  • Lacrimal dilation, irrigation, and probing
  • Removal of lacrimal stents
  • Placement of a mini-Monoka stent (in the setting of performance of punctoplasty) Botulinum toxin
  • Temporary tarsorrhaphy


University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

Percent of Time: 80-100%

Schedule: Preferred schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00a-5:00p. Schedule may be modified to fit candidate and clinic needs. No weekend or call requirements at this time, but these may be added in the future.

Location: UI Health Care, Iowa City

On Campus: This position is performed fully on campus.

Pay Level: 11

Pa Required Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited program, with current PA certification.
  • Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant (PA) by the State of Iowa.
  • Maintain board certifications as required for state licensure.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with indirect supervision, critical thinking/problem solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to perform technical skill and function as an independent practitioner defined by collaborative practice agreement according to Iowa Board of Nursing, and UI Health Care standards and bylaws.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Federal DEA license.


Arnp Required Qualifications
  • Master’s degree is required. A master’s degree in nursing is preferred. If master’s degree is in a related field, education sufficient to obtain and maintain an ARNP license in the state of Iowa is required.
  • Current ARNP license to practice nursing in the State of Iowa
  • Current RN license from the State of Iowa
  • Maintain board certifications as required for state licensure.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with indirect supervision, critical thinking/problem solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to perform technical skill and function as an independent practitioner defined by collaborative practice agreement according to Iowa Board of Nursing, and UI Health Care standards and bylaws.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Federal DEA license.


Desired Qualifications
  • Active FNP board certification or active PA-C certification
  • Demonstrated experience of one (1) to three (3) years in the care of ophthalmic patients or experience that demonstrates knowledge in the care of ophthalmic patients.
  • Knowledge and experience in ophthalmology.
  • Knowledge and experience in ambulatory care.


POSITION & APPLICATION DETAILS

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences intends to hire at either the Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) level based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please indicate in your application materials the position you wish to be considered for.

In Order To Be Considered For An Interview, Applicants Must Upload The Following Documents And Mark Them As a "Relevant File" To The Submission

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter


Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For additional questions, please contact Melissa Monhollon, HR Manager, at melissa-monhollon@uiowa.edu or 319-356-4674.

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Hours

Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Or by appointment

Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule an appointment or just stop by.

Visit the website for more information: Application Resource Center | University of Iowa Health Care

Additional Information

  • Classification Title: Physician Assistant
  • Appointment Type: SEIU
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Work Modality Options: On Campus


Compensation
  • Pay Level: 11


Contact Information

  • Organization: Healthcare
  • Contact Name: Melissa Monhollon
  • Contact Email: melissa-monhollon@uiowa.edu

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