Urology Advanced Practice Provider

Bonus Amount

Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Job Title: Urology Advanced Practice Provider (APP)Employment Type: Full-TimeOrganization: Central Maine HealthcareLocation: Lewiston, Maine with 2 shifts per month in Rumford, Maine

 

Position Overview

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Full-Time Urology APP to join it's growing team of 3 Urologists and 2 APPs. The Urology APP provides comprehensive care to patients with acute and chronic urological conditions in collaboration with urologists and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. The APP evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages patients in an outpatient setting. Opportunity for 1st Assist in OR is available if desired. Inpatient rounding is not required but opportunity is available if desired.

 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and CME allowance
• Potential for sign on bonus with options for loan repayment and relocation assistance
• No call
• 4 patient-facing days in office per week

 

Why Central Maine Healthcare?At Central Maine Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a collaborative environment where physicians are valued and supported. Our integrated health system offers strong clinical resources, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, competitive compensation, and an exceptional quality of life in Maine. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region. Join a team where you can build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the health of the communities you serve.

About the Community

Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston-Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. Lewiston-Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling—all within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award-winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world.

 

About Us

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center  (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.

 

CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.

 

As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

 

To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org.

Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations.
• Diagnose and manage common urological conditions such as:
  • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
  • Kidney stones
  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
  • Overactive bladder and urinary incontinence
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Hematuria
  • Prostate, kidney, and bladder cancer follow-up
• Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic tests including laboratory studies, imaging, and urodynamic testing.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.

Procedural Responsibilities

• Perform office-based procedures as permitted by training and credentialing, including:
• Catheter insertion and management
• Voiding trials
• Bladder scans
• Bladder instillations
• Post-operative care and wound management

Patient Education

• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, lifestyle modifications, and preventive care.
• Provide counseling regarding surgical procedures and post-operative expectations.
• Promote adherence to treatment plans and follow-up care.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Collaborate closely with urologists, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate referrals, consultations, and continuity of care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and quality improvement initiatives.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
• Participate in clinical audits and quality assurance activities.

Qualifications

• ANCC, AANPCB, or NCCPA board certification
• Current state license as an Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• BLS upon hire
• DEA license
• Prior experience in urology, surgery, oncology, or primary care preferred but not mandatory
• Previous experience with electronic health record

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Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $124,000 to $131,000. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

 

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf