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Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Preoperative Clinic

Department of Anesthesiology

Reports to: Anesthesia Director, Advanced Endoscopy Center

Position Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the Preoperative Clinic will provide comprehensive perioperative assessments and management to optimize patients’ readiness for anesthesia and surgery. This role supports safe, efficient, and patient-centered care through evidence-based evaluation, risk stratification, and coordination with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and the interprofessional team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive preoperative evaluations, including history, physical exam, and diagnostic test review.
• Identify medical and surgical risk factors, formulate perioperative risk assessments, and develop individualized care plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies; prescribe appropriate interventions; arrange specialty consultations and referrals as needed.
• Provide patient and family education on perioperative instructions, medication management, and optimization of chronic conditions.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the interprofessional team to ensure safe and efficient surgical care.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, process optimization, and protocol development for the preoperative clinic.
• Contribute to the education of trainees and support departmental teaching efforts.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and maintain specialty certification.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing (NP), Physician Assistant Studies (PA), or CRNA/AA degree.
• Current licensure and certification as a Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, CRNA or AA in the state of practice.
• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience; prior perioperative, anesthesia, or critical care experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Employment Details

Department: Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine

Reports to: Anesthesia Director, Advanced Endoscopy Center

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