ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER NP/PA - WALK-IN CLINIC WEEKEND PACKAGE

Pella Regional Health Center; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Pella Regional Health Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to support the PRHC Clinics with evaluation and treatment of patients in collaboration with physicians.

Responsibilities include taking medical histories, performing exams, ordering tests, prescribing medications, educating patients, and contributing to clinic operations and performance improvement initiatives.

Job description

Job Summary

A skilled member of the health care team, the Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner) serves the PRHC Clinics through evaluation and treatment of patients in collaboration with the physician regarding the provision of direct medical care. Responsibilities include obtaining medical histories, performing physical exams, providing initial emergency care, ordering lab tests and x-rays, prescribing medications, providing patient education and counseling, forming diagnoses and administering treatment in accordance with clinic protocols and established standards are care. The Advanced Practice Provider is active in the development and maintenance of clinic operations in coordination with the CAC, Clinic Services Director and/or Chief of Clinic Services; participates in performance improvement activities and Lean Healthcare initiatives.