Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistan

Alcona Health Center; Tuscarora Township (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Vacation time

Insurance: medical, Rx, vision, dental

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Job summary

Alcona Health Center in Indian River, MI seeks a Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver patient-centered medical care in a rural setting. Work with the Medical Director to provide comprehensive care across medical, behavioral health, and preventive services.

You will perform exams, order tests, and help manage care plans, with a base wage negotiated by the CEO based on education and experience. Emphasis on team collaboration and community health.

Qualifications

• Current Michigan state license for advanced practice registered nursing (APRN) or physician assistant (PA).
• Valid Michigan driver's license and auto insurance.
• Current Basic Life Support (BCLS) CPR.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide general medical care within the scope of practice under the Medical Director.
• Perform physical examinations and preventive health measures per physician guidelines.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Record findings and formulate care plans and prognosis.
• Discuss cases with physician and other health professionals to develop comprehensive plans.
• Submit health care plans for periodic review by physician.
• Prescribe medications or other therapies as appropriate.
• Refer patients to physicians or specialists for further treatment.

Skills

APRN license

PA license

BCLS CPR

MS Word & Excel

Job description

Alcona Health Center (AHC) is a non-profit FQHC serving rural Northern Michigan with medical, dental, and behavioral health care. We also provide recovery programs and pharmacy services to expand access to care in underserved communities. Join our team and deliver patient-centered care through the Patient-Centered Medical Home model. Explore open roles in clinical care, finance, IT, and more. Each position supports healthier lives across Northern Michigan.

Location: Indian River, MI

Job Id:1189-A26-103

# of Openings:1

Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Job ID: A26-103

Location: Indian River/Pellston

About Our Family

Established in 1978, Alcona Health Center (AHC) is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to making a lasting impact in the Northern MI communities we serve, offering medical, behavioral health, dental and pharmacy services. As a member of the AHC family, you will join a team of over 300 coworkers, all devoted to providing quality health care to all residents of our communities, regardless of their ability to pay.

Your Valued Contributions

• Provides general medical care and treatment to patients within the scope of practice under the direction of the Medical Director as necessary.
• Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of Physician.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
• Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition.
• Discusses case with Physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan.
• Submits health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by Physician.
• Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.
• Refers patients to Physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.

Required Training & Experience

• Possesses a current Michigan state license for advanced practice registered nursing or physician assistant
• Possesses a current State of Michigan driver’s license and valid automobile insurance.
• Possesses a current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) CPR
• Word & Excel

We’re Here For You

• Supporting Balance: As a part of our family, you will work full or part time in our Indian River & Pellston locations with a base starting wage dependent on education and experience. Numerous holidays, generous vacation time and sick days are also offered.
• Supporting Your Health: Low deductible Medical, Rx, Vision & Dental insurance at a minimal cost for employees.
• Supporting Your Future: Retirement Savings Plan, FSA, Life, AD&D, & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Supporting Your Education: Continuing Education Assistance program. Employment with AHC may also qualify you for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Salary:The salary for this position is negotiated between the individual and the Chief Executive Officer using the approved salary scale of the organization as a basis.

Questions can be sent to [e-mail]

Fighting Against Discrimination

Alcona Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Alcona Health Center is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Alcona Health Center are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and transgender status), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Alcona Health Center will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Alcona Health Center encourages applicants of all ages.

Upon request auxiliary aids and services will be made available to individuals with disabilities. Michigan Relay Center “Voice and TTY/TDD” 1-800-649-3777. An EOE.