What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Surgery Advanced Practice Provider position at Speare Memorial Hospital?
Advanced Practice Provider – General Surgery
We are searching for a talented, experienced Advanced Practice Practitioner for our General Surgery Practice. The ideal candidate will be driven, detail-oriented, and dedicated to providing exceptional patient care alongside other members of the interdisciplinary patient care team.
About Speare Memorial Hospital
Speare Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital serving dozens of communities in the Lakes Region. We are passionately committed to providing exceptional, local care to our friends, families, neighbors, and communities at large.
Mission: To work together to serve the needs of our patients and community.
Vision: A community where all can achieve optimal health.
Values: Kindness, Collaboration, Patient & Family-Centered, Safety, Excellence, Efficiency, and Professionalism.
What You’ll Do:
- Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including history, physical examination, and diagnostic interpretation
- Manage pre-operative and post-operative visits, including patient education, surgical planning, and follow-up care
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as labs, imaging, and endoscopy results
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
- Provide patient counseling on disease processes and treatment options
- Round on inpatients assigned to General Surgery; assist with consultations requested by the ED and Hospitalist services
- Coordinate referrals and procedures as needed
What We’re Looking For:
Nurse Practitioner:
- Bachelor Master of Science degree, or Master of Nursing degree from an accredited institution
- Three years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner
- 3-5 years’ experience as Nurse Practitioner in General Surgery preferred
- Able to read, write, and communicate in English
- Computer skills required
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- NH Board of Nursing licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner
- BLS certification preferred
Physician Assistant
- Bachelor of Science degree and graduate of American Medical Association Approved Physician Assistant Program
- Three years of experience as a Physician Assistant
- 3-5 years’ experience as Physician Assistant in General Surgery preferred
- Able to read, write, and communicate in English
- Computer skills required
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- NH Board of Medicine licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant
- BLS certification preferred
Why Join Speare Memorial Hospital?
- Community Connection: Be part of an organization deeply invested in local health and wellness.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside dedicated professionals who genuinely care about their work and each other.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuing education and career development.
- Comprehensive Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Health savings accounts with employer contributions
- 403(b) retirement plans with generous employer contributions
- Lifestyle Savings Account reimbursement program
- Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment programs
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- Generous Earned Time accrual
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Life insurance
Our Commitment
Speare Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to serve our equally diverse community.
Join us in our mission to provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare to our community.
Location: Speare Memorial Hospital · Plymouth General Surgery
Schedule: Full Time, Days