What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position at Southern West Virginia Medical & Surgical Specialists?
Overview
Join our thriving endocrinology healthcare team as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, where your expertise will directly impact patient care and improve health outcomes. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that values innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth. This is an ideal opportunity for those seeking a balanced work-life schedule or strong mentorship-based start.
This full-time position will offer a competitive salary with prior endocrine experience preferred. The potential exists for six figure salary once endocrine training is complete and your schedule reaches full capacity. This position is paid and designed to challenge and reward dedicated healthcare professionals eager to make a difference.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, treat and follow up with our patients.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Utilize electronic health record (EHR) to document patient encounters in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.
- Educate our patients and caregivers on medication administration, disease management, nutrition, and preventive care strategies.
- Knowledge and familiarity with CPT coding, ICD coding, and national documentation standards.
Requirements
- Valid West Virginia licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with current certification from recognized boards (e.g., NCCPA).
- Demonstrated experience working in fast-paced environments such as hospitals (including ICU or trauma centers), emergency rooms, or outpatient clinics.
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks; experience with CPT coding and ICD coding (ICD-9/10) is preferred.
- Strong clinical skills including physical examinations, diagnostic evaluation, and medication administration.
- Knowledge of specialty areas including endocrinology preferred.
- Excellent communication skills for effective patient assessment and education across diverse populations including pediatrics and geriatrics.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations ensuring confidentiality of patient information; experience with medical documentation standards is essential.
- Minimum of one year advanced practice experience.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Advanced practice provider: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person