Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Emergency Department

Saint Francis Healthcare System; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MGMA shift rate plus incentive bonus

CME allowance of $1,500 annually

403b retirement plan

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Malpractice with Tail Coverage

Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System in Cape Girardeau, Missouri is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to provide primary care under medical supervision within the Emergency Department. This role involves collaboration with a team of physicians in a leading Trauma Center, focusing on high-quality outpatient care.

The candidate should hold a current NCCPA certification and a valid PA license in Missouri. Exceptional candidates will possess three or more years of experience and strong communication skills. The position also includes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing or approved Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Three years of experience as a Physician Assistant preferred.
• Current BLS certification and required licenses.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic primary care to patients under medical supervision.
• Collaborate with department physicians for patient treatment.
• Deliver quality care to outpatients as specified by Missouri Statute.

Skills

Effective communication

Establishing relationships

Quality control

Emergency response

Education

Graduate from accredited PA program

Current NCCPA certification

Licensed in Missouri

Job description

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) is a medical professional who has graduated from an accredited PA program, has passed the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistance (NCCPA) exam and has an active NCCPA certification. The PA has the education and training to provide acute care of adult and pediatric populations. The Physician Assistant is responsible for providing holistic primary care to patients under the medical supervision of the Medical Director as outlined in the Collaborative Practice Agreement. This position involves ongoing collaboration with Department physicians. This position is responsible and accountable for providing quality care to outpatients as defined by Missouri Statute.

Job Details And Requirements

• Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join the Emergency Department and Southeast Missouri's only Level III Trauma Center.
• Our Emergency And Trauma Center is a State-of-the-art Facility With 32 Patient Rooms And Serves Nearly 42,000 Patients Annually.
• 26 private treatment rooms with direct access to bathrooms
• 3 trauma rooms
• 2 triage rooms
• 1 special procedures room
• A new, 4-bay split-flow area staffed by APPs
• Specially designated children’s exam areas and equipment specifically tailored to treat children of all ages
• Senior-friendly accommodations such as thicker mattresses, higher chairs, large-print forms, guardrails and nonskid flooring to enhance comfort

Position Details

• Join a group of 14 employed Emergency Medicine physicians and 7 employed Advanced Practice Providers
• Schedule is 13, 12-hour shifts per month
• EMR: Epic

Benefits Include

• MGMA shift rate plus incentive bonus
• Excess Shift pay available
• Night shift differential
• $1,500 CME allowance per fiscal year
• 403b retirement plan
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Malpractice with Tail Coverage

Total Rewards

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility.
• Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
• Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
• Other benefits including Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

To learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/.

Education

• Graduate from accredited School of Nursing and an approved Nurse Practitioner Program OR Graduate from a Committee on Allied health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) or successor accredited program.

Certification & Licensures

• Current NCCPA certification
• Licensed Physician Assistant in the State of Missouri
• AHA or Red Cross BLS Certification

Experience

• Three years' experience as a Physician Assistant preferred.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe working environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostics and treatment room procedures.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, physicians, staff and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and maintain calm and effective reactions during emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly, as well as understanding and responding to detailed oral and written instructions.
• Current BLS certification and required licenses.
• Ability to learn and efficiently utilize diagnostic equipment, electronic systems for ordering, medical records and other common computer programs.

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [e-mail].