PS Nurse Practitioner
Company: The University of Utah
Location: Lehi
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Summary The NP/PA-C in the Department of Otolaryngology –
Head & Neck Surgery, located primarily at the Primary Children’s
Hospital Lehi, is seeking an advanced practice provider to join the
group. This position is responsible for providing both primary and
specialty medical services. This position may be required to access
and administer medications within their scope of practice and
according to state law. Outpatient clinic – Primary Children’s
Hospital, Lehi, Riverton Inpatient rounding, admitting, discharges,
consults etc. Primary Call at Lehi Participation in team meetings,
education conferences, and special projects as required.
Responsibilities Essential Functions Assesses the physical
condition of a group of patients by performing physical
examinations and obtaining medical histories. Formulates the
medical plan and prognosis based on patient’s condition. Consults
with physician(s) regarding patient health care plans and
treatment. Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to
identify and assess the patient’s clinical problems and health care
needs. Performs selected invasive procedures for therapeutic and/or
diagnostic reasons within scope of validated competence. Initiates
and/or recommends medical drug therapies or other forms of related
therapeutic treatment and procedures in accordance with approved
protocols/policy. Complies with medical records policies regarding
the complete and accurate documentation of patient care. Initiates
and maintains required records and legal documents. Participates in
quality improvement activities. Counsels patients, families and
significant others about health and illness, and promotes health
maintenance. Evaluates, plans, implements, and re-evaluates the
care of individuals requiring emergency measures. Problem Solving
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined
above. Demonstrated clinical competence and in-depth knowledge of
specialty area. Demonstrated leadership, teaching, research and
communication skills. Ability to provide care appropriate to the
population served. Minimum Qualifications Required Licensure to
practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Utah. Preferred
Certification in ACLS / BLS / NRP / ATLS may be required by your
department or by privileging criteria. Utah State prescriptive
privileges. Licensure is obtained by completing a Master’s degree
in Nursing or equivalency (the only equivalency to the Master’s
degree is current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner) and a National
Certification which requires the successful completion of a
nationally accredited examination. UHPPM 1-56 requires that newly
hired non-physician providers apply for credentialing and
privileging at the time of hire. 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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