Clinic Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Jefferson County Health Center; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health center in Iowa seeks a Clinic Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive patient care. The role involves diagnosing and treating various health conditions, collaborating with physicians, and managing health services. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and experience in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients under supervision.
• Requires strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in a clinic practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical care to patients of varying types and acuity.
• Collaborates with physicians for patient care.
• Performs assigned procedures within the scope of practice.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Licensed to practice in the state of Iowa

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Clinic Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

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Position Overview

Under the general guidance of the medical director and in accordance with the Iowa State Board of Nursing and/or the Iowa Board of Physician Assistants, the nurse practitioner and/or physician assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the appropriate medical practice guidelines. Provides medical care to patients of varying types and acuity and responsible for the continuous and comprehensive management of a broad range of health services. Utilizes the knowledge and skill acquired through specialized training, to promote health, prevent disease, and to assess patient health care management. Patient care is to be delivered in collaboration with and/or under the direct supervision of the physician. Performs assigned procedures and duties within the scope of practice as set forth by the Iowa State Board of Nursing or Iowa Board of Physician Assistants. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Position Overview

Under the general guidance of the medical director and in accordance with the Iowa State Board of Nursing and/or the Iowa Board of Physician Assistants, the nurse practitioner and/or physician assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the appropriate medical practice guidelines. Provides medical care to patients of varying types and acuity and responsible for the continuous and comprehensive management of a broad range of health services. Utilizes the knowledge and skill acquired through specialized training, to promote health, prevent disease, and to assess patient health care management. Patient care is to be delivered in collaboration with and/or under the direct supervision of the physician. Performs assigned procedures and duties within the scope of practice as set forth by the Iowa State Board of Nursing or Iowa Board of Physician Assistants. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

This position is for an occasional ARNP/PA for the JCHC Walk-In Clinic. Hours will vary depending on weekday or weekend coinciding with the Walk-In Clinic hours and need.

Walk-In Clinic Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00a -7:30p

Saturday 8:00a - 3:30p

Sunday 10:00a - 3:30p

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Licensed to practice in the state of Iowa
• Must be registered under both state and federal Controlled Substances Acts
• Previous experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in a clinic Practice is preferred
• Strong communications skills, verbal and written, required. Must possess well-developed interpersonal skills to work smoothly and productively with patients, as well as administrative, nursing and physician staff members. Must possess highly developed organizational skills and be very reliable, as this position requires daily access to patient information, which is extremely confidential. Strong computer skills and use of electronic medical records required.
  
  

About Jefferson County Health Center

Jefferson County Health Center (JCHC) is a non-profit, critical access hospital that seeks to optimize the health and well-being of the people and communities they serve through patient-centered, high-quality, and compassionate services. They offer many services including primary care, surgery, medical/surgical inpatient care, emergency medicine, imaging and diagnostic testing, therapy services, and more.

Located on a beautiful, 40-acre campus in Fairfield, Iowa, JCHC is home to nearly 30 providers and offers 15 medical specialties. Named a 2022 Iowa Top Workplace by the Des Moines Register, they employ nearly 400 employees from across Southeast Iowa.

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