Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top 100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect and supports the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.
Towson University’s Health Center is a leading university health care provider offering comprehensive wellness and health services to Towson University students. The TU Health Center is seeking a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner to demonstrate strong expertise and commitment in delivering care in a supportive environment. The provider will offer physical exams, evaluations, and treatment for common illnesses and injuries, STIs, and more. The provider will also be assigned administrative duties by the TU Health Center’s Medical Director.
Perform both urgent and primary care outpatient visits.
P erform medical assessments of both sick or injured patients and routine health maintenance assessments which includes acute/routine physical exams and a variety of women's health assessments. (e.g.: routine gynecologic visits and acute gynecologic problems).
Perform medical histories and physical examinations.
Order, perform and/or interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests.
Formulate a plan of treatment in conjunction with the patient.
Perform minor surgical and diagnostic procedures as permitted by the privileging process.
Communicate diagnosis and treatment recommendations that are clear for patients to understand.
Respond to patients’ questions and encourage patient participation in treatment decisions.
Prescribe appropriate, cost-effective medications, including contraception, emergency contraception, and other treatment measures.
Consult with supervising physician on plan of care as appropriate.
Provide patient education; counsel patient on abnormal findings; educate the patient on possible drug side effects, self-care, preventive measures, and follow-up plans.
Determine the need for ER/hospitalization or specialty referrals.
Document all pertinent findings, treatment plans and communications with patient in electronic medical record according to Health Center policies and medical standards.
Oversee administrative duties which includes but not limited to-Quality Improvement projects, developing and revising EMR note templates and patient educational materials, participating in orientation and educational outreach events, and participation in the Health Center Summer Lecture Series.
Participate in continuing education to improve knowledge of college health and satisfy certification and licensure requirements.
Contribute in regularly scheduled staff meetings and University committees.
Participate in the precepting of PA and Athletic Training students.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Hold a state of Maryland licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
Successfully completed an accredited certified physician assistant or nurse practitioner training program.
A minimum of one year of clinical experience in urgent care, primary care, inpatient medicine, or an emergency department/emergency room setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in urgent care or health services in a collegiate environment.
Technical proficiency in EMR systems (e.g., Point and Click).
Demonstrated expertise in procedural skills in I&D, suturing, and cryotherapy.
Targeted hiring range is $105,000-$110,000 and full university benefits that include 22 days of annual leave, up to 17 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, please click here TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here
For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume with your online application. This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days.
