Nurse Practitioner - Urogynecology (tuftsmedicine)

Job Description

Tufts Medicine is currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Urogynecology Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team. This Nurse Practitioner will play a crucial role in providing specialized care for women with pelvic floor disorders, focusing on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of urologic and gynecologic conditions. This position requires a skilled healthcare provider capable of performing diagnostic testing, delivering patient-centered treatment, and collaborating with other professionals to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life. 

This 4 day per week position will split time between Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA and our outpatient clinic in Woburn, MA.

Key Responsibilities: 

Patient Care and Assessment: 

• Comprehensive History and Physical: Conduct thorough evaluations, including detailed patient histories and physical exams focused on pelvic floor health and urologic conditions. 

• Diagnostic Testing: Order and interpret labs, imaging, and urodynamic testing to assess and diagnose urologic and pelvic floor disorders. 

• Procedural Expertise: Perform office procedures such as pessary fitting and maintenance. Assist with advanced procedures like sacral nerve modulation for patients with incontinence and voiding dysfunction. 

• Treatment and Management:JOB IS FROM: nursingjobs.siteVIEW Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, including medication management, physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications. 

Patient Education and Counseling: 

• Disease Management: Provide education on managing chronic conditions, prevention strategies, and health promotion for patients with pelvic floor disorders. 

• Procedure Instructions: Effectively explain procedures to patients and provide thorough instructions on post-procedure care. 

• Support and Advocacy: Offer emotional support and advocate for patient needs, addressing any concerns and providing guidance throughout their care journey. 

Collaboration and Communication: 

• Interdisciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, other healthcare professionals, and patients’ families to ensure coordinated, holistic care. 

• Documentation: Maintain accurate, detailed medical records in compliance with regulatory requirements. 

• Research Participation: Assist with and participate in research protocols related to urogynecology, contributing to the advancement of the field and evidence-based practices. 

Who you are:

• Graduate of an accredited/approved Nurse Practitioner program.

• Current license as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

• Prior clinical Urogynecology experience preferred. 

• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess the needs of patients of all different age groups and to provide care appropriately.

As an employee of Tufts Medical Center Physician Organization, you will receive:

• Guaranteed Base Salary

• Academic Appointment through Tufts University School of Medicine

• Substantive 401A retirement plan

• CME Funds and Time Away

• Generous Vacation and Holiday Policy

• Robust Benefits Package

How to apply: 

You can submit an application via the apply button located at the top of the listing. Should you have any questions regarding the position please feel free to reach out to Ian McCarthy, Senior Physician Recruiter at Ian.McCarthy@tuftsmedicine.org. 

Why Tufts Medicine: 

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, an expansive home care network and a large integrated physician network. Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated care team members providing more than 1.5 million patient experiences per year. The health system is the principal teaching affiliate for Tufts University School of Medicine. Tufts Medicine came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to together transform the ways that consumers engage with and experience their care.