Non-Physician Provider (PA or NP)

Sanford Health, Sioux Falls, SD
(Part time)

Job Description
 

Sanford Clinic Acute Care. This position is a part-time,24 hours per pay period. Hours will cover M-F, 5pm-9pm and Sat/Sun 10am-9pm.

Provides primary or specialty care for clinic patients and/or inpatients acting as an assistant to physicians. The Mid-level Provider functions in a structured care setting and adheres to the policies and procedures established by Sanford Health. The Mid-level Provider must demonstrate knowledge of medical principles for the clinic patient and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed. Other duties as assigned by Clinic Manager.

When students are providing patient care, treatment, and/or services as a part of their training, any/all employees may be asked to supervise the students.
Required Skills

Must have successfully completed a formal program of study at an accredited university, college or school in primary health care or a recognized clinical specialty. The course of study is approved by the South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners.

Must have passed the Physician Assistants National Certifying Examination, administered by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or been grandfathered by the South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners. Only those successfully completing the national certification examination may use the credential PA-C or "Physician Assistant-Certified." In order to remain certified, PAs must complete 100 hours of continuing medical education every 2 years. Every 6 years, they must pass a recertification examination or complete an alternative program combining learning experiences and a take-home examination.

Shift Description
Other

The position requires work during
Weekends, Nights

Hours per pay period
24

 
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( AllHealthcareJobs Job ID:602587 last updated on 11/21/2009)