Nurse Practitioner - Intensive Outpatient Clinic

Job Summary

Intensive Outpatient Clinic (IOC) - Nurse Practitioner

Meaningful Care for People Who Need It Most

University of Utah Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join the Intensive Outpatient Clinic (IOC), a team-based clinic serving individuals with complex medical and psychosocial needs.

This is not a traditional outpatient role focused on volume.

The IOC operates within a capitated Medicaid model in partnership with University of Utah Health Plans. Our interdisciplinary team brings together medical providers, behavioral health clinicians, and care coordinators to deliver integrated, whole-person care designed to improve health outcomes and reduce avoidable emergency department visits and hospitalizations.

In 2023, the IOC was recognized by Governor Spencer Cox's One Utah Health Collaborative for innovation in comprehensive care delivery. The clinic was also featured in the Sundance Film Festival short film ***Meet Me Where I Am***, which highlights the impact of person-centered, integrated care.

What You'll Do

• Provide ambulatory and telehealth care for a complex patient population
• Perform comprehensive history and physical exams
• Manage medications and chronic conditions
• Collaborate closely with behavioral health and care coordination teams
• Participate in case reviews and interdisciplinary planning
• Help improve outcomes for patients who have historically struggled to access effective care
• Contribute to quality improvement and care model development

This is hands-on clinical work in a setting where teamwork and continuity matter.

Our Approach

The IOC is part of the University of Utah Population Health Center and works closely with primary care, learner clinics, dental services, dermatology, pediatrics, and behavioral health programs to support coordinated care.

As we grow, we continue refining our value-based care model in collaboration with University Health Plans. Clinical care is aligned with measurable outcomes — including reductions in emergency department use, inpatient admissions, and total cost of care.

Who Thrives Here

We are looking for clinicians who:

• Enjoy team-based care
• Are comfortable working with medically and socially complex patients
• Have interest in trauma-informed care and substance use disorders
• Value meaningful patient relationships over high-volume throughput
• Are curious about population health and value-based care

Dual training (MPH, MBE, or similar) is welcomed but not required.

Early-career clinicians as well as experienced providers are encouraged to apply.

The Setting

The IOC is located at the University of Utah Population Health Center near Rose Park in Salt Lake City. This is an on-site clinical role.

Why Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City offers:

• Immediate access to skiing, hiking, climbing, and cycling
• Short commutes and strong work-life balance
• A growing health and innovation community
• A nationally ranked academic health system
• A cost of living lower than many major metropolitan areas

University of Utah Health is a Level 1 Trauma Center and nationally recognized academic medical center. Here, clinicians work in collaborative teams where their contributions are visible and meaningful.

What You'll Gain

• Experience in team-based, integrated care
• Exposure to value-based Medicaid models
• Opportunity to contribute to innovation and quality improvement
• Meaningful relationships with patients and colleagues

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Takes complex medical histories on patients referred for consultation by academic and community physicians.
• Performs physical examinations.
• Orders laboratory tests, x-rays, special imaging studies and other diagnostic procedures.
• May perform bone marrow aspirations and biopsies, skin biopsies, lumbar punctures; administers intrathecal chemotherapy; and may participate in bone marrow harvests.
• Monitors the level of and adjusts immunosuppressive medications.
• Orders and supervises the administration of blood products.
• Reaches tentative diagnosis of medical, surgical and other conditions.
• Develops treatment plans in conjunction with attending physician to provide optimal patient medical management.
• Participates in continuing medical education to include specialty and sub-specialty meetings, clubs, boards and conferences.
• Assists in the collection of data for research projects.
• Orders consultations and interacts with members of other specialty medical teams.
• Participates in special projects and committee functions.
• Works collaboratively on the interdisciplinary team - making sound clinical recommendations that align with and support each patient's psychosocial goals.
• Delivers high-quality, exceptional, and tailored care as described in the IOC's policies and procedures and at the University of Utah standard of care.
• Oversees and supervises Nurse Practitioners, Interns, and Other Learners within their area(s) of assignment.

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.
• 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.

Requisition Number: PRN44568B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Limited clinic hours on Fridays
Department: 01830 - Population Health Clinical Svs
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $155,000-$175,000
Close Date: 6/26/2026