What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at York Hospital?
Neurology Advanced Practice Provider
York Hospital, an independent community hospital in the charming, seaside town of York, Maine, is seeking a highly experienced Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant. York Hospital is well- respected for clinical excellence and industry leading patient experience. We are looking for provider with at least three years of experience in Neurology to join our Team!
We offer a full array of supporting services in a comfortable, caring environment. A dedicated team of comprised of a nurse, medical assistant and administrative staff support the Neurology service. Our culture encourages strong, collegial relationships across all levels of staff.
York Hospital
- 48 Adult Medicine Beds: 5 Maternity, 5 ICU
- Outpatient community clinic setting
- Strong Primary Care and specialty services
- Minimal inpatient services responsibility
- Tele Neurology and Tele Stroke via Mass General Hospital Affiliation
Position Attributes
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- Full-time, hospital employed
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits
- Outpatient Monday–Friday, 5 days/week including administrative time
Candidate Requirements
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- License to practice as an Advanced Practitioner Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Maine or licensed board-certified Physician Assistant in the state of Maine.
- Must have current, unrestricted, Maine licensure in progress and be active on date of hire
- Current, unrestricted federal and, as needed, state prescriptive authority
- Self-motivated and entrepreneurial
- The PA or NP under the supervision of the Physician, who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for the following:
- Performs physician examinations of patients; evaluation and treatment of acute and chronic urologic conditions.
- Performs some in-office procedures
- Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, routine laboratory, e-ray etc..
- Monitors the patient’s course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed.
- Collaborates with physicians and staff as necessary to provide consistent care to patients
York and its surrounding communities are quintessential New England, loaded with charm, character, and wonderful neighbors. We are fortunate to enjoy excellent schools and a safe environment, making it a great place to call home and to raise a family. Conveniently situated only 10 minutes from the small seaport city of Portsmouth, NH, just over an hour from Boston, and two hours from the mountains of New England, you’ll never lack for activities, (indoor or out), when enjoying your free time.
Please contact: recruitment@yorkhospital.com if your hope is to care for patients in a hospital – and community – that values you both professionally and personally.
York Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.