PS Physician Assistant

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Open Date 07/30/2026 Requisition Number PRN45790B Job Title PS Physician Assistant Working Title Physician Assistant Career Progression Track UGR Track Level FLSA Code Professional Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Variable Work Schedule Summary VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 02444 - ONCOLOGY DIVISION Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 128338 - 160000 Close Date 10/30/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

The section of Colon and Rectal Surgery is seeking an additional Advanced Practice Clinician at the Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner level.

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Sciences exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The Health Sciences Center seeks faculty and staff who are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. The candidate will be joining a group of six surgeons and one APC. While the majority of this role is expected to be in the inpatient setting, some outpatient work may be required.

Responsibilities

Inpatient care responsibilities include rounding and managing patients on the surgical floor in coordination with the surgical team including attending surgeons, fellows, residents, and medical students. Specific tasks include but are not limited to: daily inpatient rounds, responding to nursing pages and concerns, coordinating discharge planning with case management staff, and completing required medical documentation.

Outpatient clinic responsibilities include the evaluation and management of new and established patients within the specialty of colon and rectal surgery. Specific possibilities for clinics include but are not limited to colorectal cancer surveillance, anal dysplasia, and the management of benign anorectal conditions. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to: addressing outpatient questions/ concerns and coordinating outpatient care with other specialists.

This candidate for this position will also assist in the design and implementation of care pathways for both inpatient and outpatient encounters specific to their services. Opportunities exist for involvement in the education of PS and medical students. There are also options for research and administrative responsibilities.

• This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Current licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant from the State of Utah.
• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Preferred:

• Certification in ACLS/BLS/NRP/ATLS may be required by your department or by privileging criteria.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer:

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you currently licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Utah?

• Yes

• I am not currently licensed, but in the process of obtaining PA licensure

• No

• • If you are in the process of obtaining PA licensure, please explain, including anticipated licensure date.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have a current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system? The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Yes
• No- Will get eCredential within 30 days of hire
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only
• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only