Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Oncology

Avera; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Retirement plan with employer match (5

Career development mentorship

Job summary

Avera Pierre Clinic is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team in Pierre, SD. The role offers a standard Day Shift from 8am to 5pm with no call, and flexibility for full- or part-time schedules.

Candidates will be expected to assess and treat patients, provide health education, and coordinate care with physicians, while maintaining accurate records and upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• PA must hold NCCPA certification and state license.
• DEA registration required.
• Ability to provide medical care under approved protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients per protocol.
• Provide medical services and health education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians to plan care and referrals.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Physician Assistant (NCCPA)

Licensed to practice in the state

DEA registration

Job description

Pierre, SD

Full time

R-260021911

Location:

Avera Pierre Clinic

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Position Highlights

• Medical and Radiation Oncology
• Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm with no call
• Open to 4 or 5 day work weeks
• Open to FT or PT - depending on candidates interest
• Open to Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistants (see NP/PA requirements below)
• Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Board of Nursing Upon Hire and
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing Upon Hire and
• Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - Federal DEA and State CSR Upon Hire

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Provides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care.

What you will do

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice.
• Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members. Effectively contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies appropriate methods designed to increase each person’s motivation to assume responsibility for their own health care.
• Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients.
• Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.
• Interprets information gathered during the diagnostic process and consults with the physician as appropriate regarding abnormal health assessment findings to establish appropriate plan of care.
• Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients.
• Provides quality care for patient, demonstrates appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices. Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care. Effectively provides patient instruction related to environment of care and safety standards.
• Effectively contributes to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.
• Practices according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities. Understands, applies, and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.
• Maintains patient records and accurate information.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Upon Hire and
• Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state practice Upon Hire and
• Physician Assistant - Licensing Board Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based on job assignment Upon Hire

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion Statement

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.

Additional Notices

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Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.