Advanced Practice Provider, NP/PA – Movement Disorders I

Cleveland Clinic

. Provide comprehensive outpatient care for patients with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeCleveland • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in providing comprehensive outpatient care for patients with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Proficient in coordinating surgical care and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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Nationally Certified Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)Advanced Assessment and Diagnosis CompetencyElectronic Medical Record UtilizationBasic Life Support (BLS)Critical Thinking Skills

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Hard Skills

Patient Evaluation and ManagementDeep Brain Stimulation (DBS) ScreeningHigh-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HiFU) ProceduresLaboratory and Diagnostic Test InterpretationMedication Prescription and MonitoringSurgical Care CoordinationPhysical ExaminationTreatment Plan DevelopmentResearch Study ConductData Collection and Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent Analytical SkillsDecision-Making SkillsStrong Written and Verbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationPatient Education

Certifications & Qualifications

APRN CertificationNCCPA Certification for PACurrent DEA LicenseACLS CertificationPALS Certification

Industry Keywords

Multidisciplinary Healthcare TeamsContinuity of CareEvidence-Based PracticesRegulatory ComplianceClinical Preceptor

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive outpatient care for patients with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders
Evaluate and manage patients
Screen and assess candidates for Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HiFU) procedures
Coordinate surgical care
Work in the OR with neurosurgeons
Set up head frames and educate patients about surgeries and procedures
Conduct medical histories and physical examinations
Initiate and interpret laboratory, radiology, cardiographic, and other diagnostic tests
Develop diagnoses and treatment plans
Perform routine and specialized procedures within credentialing and privileges
Prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by licensure and policy
Educate patients about diseases, treatments, side effects, and hazards
Participate in medical team rounds and collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Refer patients to specialists and specialized health resources
Ensure continuity of care between patients and multidisciplinary or specialty teams
Review records and treatment plans to monitor patient outcomes and quality of care
Facilitate discharge planning and compliance with regulatory standards
Support professional development of the healthcare team
Promote evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research
Conduct research studies and assist with data collection and analysis
Serve as clinical preceptor and onboard new caregivers
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Nationally certified Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)
PA or APRN with Adult or Family Certification
APRN: Graduate of an accredited APRN program
APRN: MSN required upon hire or within 3 years of hire for applicable external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role
PA: Graduate of an A.R.C.-approved Physician Assistant Program
PA: Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies and/or higher degree from a program recognized by the practicing state’s Licensing Board
NP: Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in applicable state(s)
NP: Must be licensed as an RN in applicable state(s)
NP: National certification as a Nurse Practitioner by a nationally accredited organization recognized by the State Board of Nursing
PA: Certification through the NCCPA or successor organization recognized by the practicing state’s Licensing Board
PA: License to practice and prescribe issued by the practicing state’s Licensing Board
Current DEA License or DEA designee as required by NCQA for PA applicants
Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
ACLS, PALS, NRP, or ATLS may be required based upon work setting
Physician arrangements or Physician Supervision Agreement as applicable
Credentialing and privileges through the Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body of applicable hospitals
Oral and written communication in English
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Demonstrated competency in advanced assessment and diagnosis
Demonstrated ability to utilize the electronic medical record
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently
Related clinical experience preferred
Ability to walk and stand for long periods, perform physical examinations, and occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to comply with personal protective equipment requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible scheduling options, including either four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts per week
No holidays or call responsibilities are anticipated
Annual influenza vaccination or approved exemption program
Drug-free work environment
Equal employment opportunity