Advanced Practice Clinician

St. Mary's Health & Clearwater Valley Health; Orofino (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Health & Clearwater Valley Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (NP or PA) for their Rural Health Clinic in Orofino, Idaho. This full-time position involves providing primary and urgent care services, performing patient assessments, and prescribing treatments in accordance with state regulations. Candidates must hold a valid Idaho license and national certification. Strong clinical skills and the ability to work independently in a collaborative environment are essential. The role also includes participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant License in the state of Idaho.
• National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA as applicable).
• Strong clinical decision and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services, including preventative care and acute illness management.
• Perform patient assessments, physical exams, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning.
• Manage a diverse patient population across age groups.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in compliance with state regulations.
• Perform minor procedures within scope of practice.
• Ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Provide patient and family education, care coordination, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in quality improvement and compliance initiatives.
• Meet productivity and documentation expectations in a rural health setting.

Skills

Strong clinical decision and critical thinking skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Prioritize workload and manage time effectively

Education

Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant License in Idaho

National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Advanced Practice Clinician (NP or PA) to join our Rural Health Clinic and provide comprehensive primary and urgent care services to a close-knit community. This role requires strong clinical judgement, independence, and a commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care across the lifespan. The ideal candidate enjoys practicing to the top of their license, values collaboration, and thrives in a rural healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services, including preventative care, acute illness management, and chronic disease management.
• Perform patient assessments, physical exams, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning.
• Manage a diverse patient population across age groups and clinical presentations.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in compliance with state regulations and clinic protocols.
• Perform minor procedures within scope of practice.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation.
• Provide patient and family education, care coordination, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in quality improvement, compliance, and patient safety initiatives.
• Meet productivity, documentation, and time management expectations appropriate for a rural health setting.

Qualifications

• Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant License in the state of Idaho.
• National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA as applicable).
• Strong clinical decision and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and manage time effectively.

Full Time