Advanced Practice Clinician (NP / PA)
About The Position
Multnomah County Health Department is recruiting Advanced Practice Clinicians for Integrated Clinical Services. The division provides quality medical and dental care, outreach, and health services in county jails and a juvenile detention facility, particularly for people who experience barriers to accessing care. Clinic locations include East County, Mid County, Fernhill, North Portland, Northeast, and Southeast Health Centers. This recruitment may also be used to create an eligible list for future regular, full- or part-time, temporary, on-call, and limited-duration positions. The Advanced Practice Clinician provides professional, comprehensive specialized nursing services emphasizing disease prevention and health promotion. The clinician establishes therapeutic relationships with diverse patients, including refugees and people with low incomes. The position qualifies for various loan repayment options.
Requirements
- Master's degree or equivalent in nursing from an accredited college or university.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of general medicine and surgery.
- Knowledge of methods and techniques for diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases and injuries.
- Ability to screen and gather required information professionally, with cultural competence and a customer-service orientation.
- Ability to motivate clients through discussion and persuasion.
- Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
- Flexibility and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to maintain composure and work objectively with clients who may be hostile or verbally abusive.
- At least one year of experience working as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional, comprehensive specialized nursing services.
- Emphasize disease prevention and promotion of health.
- Establish therapeutic relationships with a diverse patient population, including refugees and low-income populations.
Benefits
- The position qualifies for various loan repayment options.
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Job Type
Full-time
