What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position at Horizon Health?
Benefits:
- Relocation Assistance
- Continuing Education Funds/Leave
- Student Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs
- 10.5 Paid Holidays
- Sick Time
- Vacation Time
- Disability and Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- AFLAC
- Medical, Dental, and Behavioral Health Service Discounts
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Horizon Health in Wessington Springs, SD is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide direct patient care for all patients. The organization is looking for a highly professional individual with strong communication skills who is committed to coordinating all aspects of primary care for the patients served. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Horizon Health offers a collaborative, team-oriented work environment focused on meeting the needs of individual patients while supporting and contributing to the health and wellness of our communities.
Emergency Room and Hospital coverage required with weekday and weekend rotation; Required ACLS, ATLS, and PALS certifications or willingness to obtain upon hire.
Emergency Room and Hospital coverage required with weekday and weekend rotation; Required ACLS, ATLS, and PALS certifications or willingness to obtain upon hire.
Successful candidates must be licensed or be able to successfully obtain licensure in the State of South Dakota. Certification from an accredited organization is needed or must be obtained prior to employment.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides primary health care to patients, according to established evidence-based guidelines of clinical practice.
- Ability to lead care teams to provide high quality healthcare in accordance with Horizon Quality Improvement Plan and meet established goals and benchmarks.
- Management of long-term care for acute and chronically ill patients, including care coordination and development of care plans and self-management plans.
Our Culture:
Horizon Health’s culture is built on the Non-Negotiable attributes of Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Integrity, Professionalism, and being Rurally Focused — ensuring every team member upholds these attributes daily. The organization values all contributions equally, supports individual growth, and aims to be your "forever employer" that enhances both employee satisfaction and community health outcomes.