Nurse Practitioner or PA-C (Part-Time) (MJFM) Job at Ashe Memorial Hospital
At Ashe Memorial Hospital, we are driven by our Mission Statement,
"To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high quality health care."
We are looking for a candidate who works great as a team player with all departments, staff, and future employees with positive representation of Ashe Memorial Hospital. This is your opportunity to make a large difference in a small community!
Must be willing to receive all required vaccinations (i.e., flu shot, etc.). All new employees working must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment (unless the new hire has requested and received an exemption). Candidates for employment will be notified of this policy requirement prior to the start of employment. After receiving an offer of employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or request and receive an exemption before beginning work.
Position Summary: Provide general and preventative care, conduct check-ups, treat illnesses, order lab tests and prescribe medication for children and adults.
Minimum Job Qualifications:
Education Requirements: Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or PA Program.
Experience: Previous experience Family practice preferred.
License/Certifications: Nurse Practitioner meeting regulations of North Carolina Board of Nursing or Physician Assistant (PA-C); and current CPR Certification.
Language Skills: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Other Skills: Basic computer knowledge.
Expected Hours of Work: Monday through Friday, general business hours. Evening, weekend, and holiday work required as necessary.
Personal Protective Equipment: Must be able and willing to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Travel: None.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of facts, knowledge of diseases/surgical conditions, care required and good judgment.
- Ability to perform a head to toe preoperative assessment on all patients and reassesses as needed. This includes pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population.
- Ability to formulate an individualized plan of care as indicated and evaluates for effectiveness.
- Makes appropriate explanation to patients regarding procedures.
- Monitors patient and physician satisfaction and follows through on needs identified through the monitoring process.
- Maintains current basic medical knowledge.
- Demonstrates competence and skill in the in the application of knowledge.
- Performance of History and Physical exam proficiently. Record review will show 95% or higher compliance with documentation proficiency.
- Record keeping is accurate, complete and timely.
- Keeps Practice Manager informed of unusual occurrences.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age and gender.
- Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
- Abide by policies and procedures of AMH.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
- Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds greater than 40 pounds requires assistance.
- Visual and hearing ability for patient care activities.
- General indoor conditions, exposure to below 72 degree temperatures.
- Recognize slight differences in shape, color, and texture for different types of lab tests.
- Noise: light to moderate noise.
- Good verbal and written communication skills necessary for job requirements.
- Weekend and evening work required.
Occupational Hazards:
- Potential for exposure to infections patients or materials is negligible.
- Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including blood, urine, bodily fluids, and cleaning solutions).
- Potential for sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items.
- Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.
To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume. Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation.
Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.
***Benefits apply the 1st of the month following employment, per policy.***
- For full job description and benefits, please contact Human Resources.
Ashe Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.
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