Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) OR Physician Assistant (PA)

University of Arkansas•Fayetteville, AR

2d•Remote

About The Position

The University of Arkansas is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) to serve in the Primary Care Clinic at the Pat Walker Health Center. This role will provide care to a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating acute and chronic health issues, educating patients on health matters including preventative care and screening, and collaborating with medical, nursing, lab, and x-ray staff. The position also involves participation in quality improvement processes and professional development. The APRN or PA will work collaboratively with a PWHC Staff Physician, adhering to all prescription protocols, privileging guidelines, and Arkansas State medical licensing board rules. This is a remote essential role, requiring availability during campus closures or emergencies, with the ability to provide telehealth services in compliance with state regulations. Staff are required to take their UA-issued laptops home nightly and each weekend to ensure continuity of care during unexpected closures. Regular, reliable attendance and the ability to maintain positive working relationships are essential job duties.

Requirements

At least two years of practice in an outpatient primary care or comparable medical clinic.
Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.
Licensure from the Arkansas State Board of Nursing or Arkansas State Medical Board.
Current certification in BLS (Basic Life Support).
Current DEA license.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a college health setting or with a college population.

Responsibilities

Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health issues.
Education and instruction in health matters for individual patients, including preventative care/screening.
Collaboration with medical, nursing, lab, and x-ray staff.
Participation in quality improvement processes.
Participation in professional development.
Collaboration with a PWHC Staff Physician.
Following all prescription protocols, privileging guidelines, and per their Arkansas State medical licensing board rules.
Providing care through telehealth services during campus closures or emergencies, if deemed appropriate and in compliance with regulations.
Ensuring continuity of care and access to telehealth services during unexpected closures by taking UA-issued laptops home nightly and each weekend.

Benefits

University contributions to health insurance
University contributions to dental insurance
University contributions to life insurance
University contributions to disability insurance
Tuition waivers for employees and their families
12 official holidays
Immediate leave accrual
Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Up to 10% employer-matching contributions to retirement plans
Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
Education discount for full-time employees and their families
Training programs and career growth opportunities
Flexible work arrangements and family-friendly policies
Employee wellness initiatives, gym access, and counseling services