What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Family Practice IHS position at Vision Quest Solutions Inc?
Vision Quest Solutions is seeking experienced Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) to provide outpatient primary care services at the Wagner Indian Health Center in Wagner, South Dakota.
The selected provider will deliver comprehensive healthcare services to patients across the lifespan, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a collaborative environment while serving an underserved Native American community through the Indian Health Service (IHS).
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic medical conditions
- Order and interpret laboratory, diagnostic, and radiology studies
- Prescribe medications and treatments within scope of practice
- Coordinate referrals and specialty consultations as appropriate
- Educate patients regarding treatment plans, disease prevention, and health maintenance
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records documentation
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, behavioral health providers, and ancillary staff
- Adhere to IHS, CMS, HIPAA, and facility policies and procedures
Schedule
- Outpatient clinic setting
- Flexible scheduling options available
- Day, evening, weekend, and block scheduling opportunities
- Clinic operates seven days per week
Why Vision Quest Solutions?
Vision Quest Solutions is a Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in healthcare staffing solutions for federal agencies and healthcare facilities nationwide. We are committed to connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with meaningful opportunities that improve access to quality care in communities across the country.
Apply Today
If you are a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant seeking a rewarding opportunity to serve a diverse patient population while making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements:Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Current, active, unrestricted license in any U.S. state or territory
- National Board Certification
- Minimum three (3) years of Family Practice, Primary Care, Internal Medicine, or General Medicine experience within the last 36 months
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Ability to successfully complete credentialing and privileging requirements
- Strong computer and electronic medical record skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous Indian Health Service experience
- Tribal health or rural healthcare experience
- Experience working in underserved communities
- ACLS
- PALS