NP/PA - Urology Clinic Grants Pass

Description

Position Summary

The Nurse Practitioner/Physicians Assistant 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
• New graduates welcome; candidates must demonstrate strong clinical judgment, willingness to learn, and ability to work within a collaborative care team 

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:

• Competitive Pay:  Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation. 
• 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.
• Paid Time Off:  Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
• Professional Development:  Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program
• 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.