Advanced Practice Clinician (NP / PA)

Multnomah County • Portland, OR

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About The Position

THIS WORK MATTERS! Do you have a passion for professional, comprehensive specialized nursing? Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of patients? Do you strive to make a difference in your community? This recruitment will be used to fill Advanced Practice Clinician vacancies within Integrated Clinical Services.The clinics include: East County Health Center Mid County Health Center Fernhill Health Center North Portland Health Center Northeast Health Center Southeast Health Center Future Opportunities: Applying for this posting will give you the opportunity to be placed on the eligible list for future positions as they become available. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular, full or part time, temporary, on call and limited duration assignments. This position qualifies for various Loan Repayment options Integrated Clinical Services provides quality health services for people who experience barriers to accessing care. The division operates medical and dental clinics, outreach programs, and provides health services in the county's jails and juvenile detention facility. As a Advanced Practice Clinician you will provide professional, comprehensive specialized nursing services with an emphasis on prevention of disease and promotion of health. The Advanced Practice Clinician establishes a therapeutic relationship with a diversity of patients, including refugees and low-income populations.

Requirements

• Masters degree or equivalent in nursing from an accredited college or university
• Possession of a valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certificate
• License to practice as a Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant in the State of Oregon
• CPR/BLS certification
• DEA certification
• Minimum 1 year working as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of general medicine and surgery;
• Demonstrated knowledge of methods and techniques of diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases and injuries;
• Ability to effectively screen and gather required information in a professional, culturally competent and customer service oriented manner;
• Ability to motivate clients through discussion and persuasion;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities;
• Ability to maintain composure and work objectively with clients who may be hostile or verbally abusive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees