What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner - Neurology position at Vista Healthcare?
Job Details
Job Location: Cedar City Clinic - Cedar City, UT
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Health Care
Description
Job Description
Vista Healthcare Neurology is expanding its specialty services and seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner for our Cedar City Neurology Division,
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care
- Conduct comprehensive neurological evaluations, obtain detailed patient histories, and address patient questions and concerns.
- Provide compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals with acute and chronic neurological disorders.
Diagnosis and Treatment
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage neurological conditions such as headache disorders, neuropathies, seizure disorders, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, cognitive decline, stroke sequelae, and others.
- Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising neurologist.
Neurological Testing & Interpretation
- Order and interpret neurological diagnostic tests including MRI, CT, EEG, EMG/NCS, and laboratory studies.
- Explain diagnostic results and treatment recommendations clearly to patients and families.
Counseling & Education
- Counsel patients on lifestyle modifications, preventative care, and chronic disease management specific to neurological conditions.
Chart Management
- Document all patient encounters, findings, treatment plans, and follow-up recommendations accurately and in a timely manner.
Collaboration
- Work closely with neurologists, primary care providers, nurses, medical assistants, and support staff.
- Refer patients to specialists when necessary.
Compliance
- Follow all medical regulations, including HIPAA, ensuring patient confidentiality and ethical practice.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Preferred Experience: Strong primary care background is highly valued.
- Licensure: Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in Utah .
- Experience: Previous neurology or internal medicine experience preferred but not required; training will be provided for motivated candidates.
- Knowledge Base: Familiarity with neurological conditions, medications, and diagnostic tools is highly valued.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal and patient counseling skills.
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in multiple clinic settings and serving diverse patient populations.
- Teamwork: Strong ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment: Dedication to continuing education and staying current with advancements in neurology.
Why Join Our Neurology Team?
- Meaningful Work: Positively impact patients with life-changing neurological conditions.
- Professional Growth: Training provided with support for continued skill development, including an annual CME allowance.
- Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive environment with a dedicated neurologist and clinical team focused on high-quality patient care.
- Modern Tools & Resources: Access to advanced imaging, diagnostics, and evidence-based neurology workflows that support accurate and efficient patient care.
- Stable, Local Position: Enjoy a consistent schedule at a single clinic location.
- Practice Autonomy: Serve as a key provider within the neurology division, with opportunities for independent clinical decision-making supported by the supervising neurologist.
- Mission-Driven Care: Contribute to expanding neurology access in Southern Utah, helping patients receive specialty care within their own community and supporting our mission of helping patients live life again.