What are the responsibilities and job description for the NP/PA - Clinic APP Orthopedics-Grants Pass position at Asante?
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;
Experience
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:
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.
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.
Experience
- 1 year in primary care, emergency room, surgery or occupational medicine settings is required
- Graduation from an accredited Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the American Medical Association is required
- 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
- 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.
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.
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.