What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Practitioner (PA or NP): Family Clinic position at Cogdell Memorial Hospita?
GENERAL
Position Overview
The Advanced Practice Practitioner er is responsible for practicing medicine with physician supervision including conducting examinations, writing prescriptions, medical decision-making and providing a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program or Nurse Practitioner program.
Experience
Previous experience in a family clinic/urgent care and hospital preferred.
Licensure/Certification
Must be licensed by the State of Texas as a Physician Assistant or licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner-Certified Nurse Practitioner. Current DEA number for Schedule II-IV Controlled Substances. Current BLS or ACLS required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of medical model and roles of physicians and physician assistants/Nurse Practitioner. Proficient computer skills; excellent interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Personality / Interpersonal Skills
Appreciation of and the desire to be part of a health care team dedicated to providing patients optimal care.
Employment Type
Contact Human Resources
Applicants may contact:
Human Resources Office
Cogdell Memorial Hospital
cmhbkerr@cogdellhospital.com
1700 Cogdell Blvd. Snyder, TX 79549
Phone: 325-574-7112 Fax: 325-574-7136