NP/PA - Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit

Asante; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

CME allowance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Asante in Medford, Oregon seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our collaborative care team. The PA/NP operates under medical authority through a care agreement with physicians and surgeons, handling histories, exams, and treatment plans while coordinating routine diagnostics.

Minimum 1 year of relevant setting experience is required, along with AMA-approved PA/NP education and current licensure.

Qualifications

• 1 year in primary care, emergency room, surgery or occupational medicine settings required.
• Graduation from an accredited PA/NP program approved by AMA is required.
• PA-C/NP licensure with state board and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and records patient's history, performs physical examinations and formulates treatment plans.
• Manages patient care in- and out-patient by coordinating diagnostic procedures and writing orders.
• Takes call with physician and assists surgeon in the operating room.
• Assists the team with additional duties in the office as needed.
• Triages patient calls and follows up postoperatively.

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physician's Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program approved by AMA

PA-C: NCCPA certification and Oregon OBME licensure

NP licensure by Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN)

RN licensure by Oregon State Board of Nursing

BLS: Basic Life Support (AHA)

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner operates as established medical authorities through collaborative care agreement with physicians and surgeons.

The NP/PA is responsible for but not limited to the following;

• Prepares and records patient's history, performs physical examinations and formulates treatment plans for patients.
• Participates in management of patient's care, both in- and out-patient, by facilitating, expediting and coordination of routine diagnostic procedures, writing orders for appropriate medical care and determining need for consultation.
• Takes call with physician.
• Assists surgeon in the operating room.
• Assists the entire team with additional duties throughout the office as necessary.
• Triages patient calls and calls patients back in conjunction with physician.
• Contacts all patients postoperatively as required for follow-up.

Position Qualifications

Experience

• 1 year in primary care, emergency room, surgery or occupational medicine settings is required

Education

• Graduation from an accredited Physician's Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the American Medical Association is required

Certification/Licensure

• PA-C: Physician Assistant certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants (NCCPA) AND Licensed by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners (OBME) - OR - NP: Nurse Practitioner licensed by Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) AND RN: Registered Nurse licensed by Oregon State board of Nursing is required
• BLS: Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon start

Required certifications based on area of specialty and define by Asante medical staff services are as follows:

• Advance Care Nurse Practitioner Certification
• Must obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges
• Must be eligible as a provider for Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs
• Provider shall meet all qualifications to participate in hospital's programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage.

Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.
• Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
• Time Off: Time off varies by position and may include paid, earned, or authorized time off from work.
• Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through CME allowance.
• Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.

At Asante, we are guided by our values:

Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork

Asante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.