NP-PA-Urgent Care

Southcoast Health System•Fairhaven, MA

2d•$67 - $84•Onsite

About The Position

Join Southcoast Health, a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics, and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We are searching for a talented Advanced Practice Practitioner to join our Urgent Care Team. Southcoast Health offers an inclusive, ethical workplace with a culture of well-being and a commitment to diversity. We have been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in a related field is required.
Graduate of an A.M.A.-approved Physician Assistant program is required.
Certification by the National Commission of Physician Assistants within one year of hire is required.
Nurse Practitioner: Masters of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
Certification from a National accrediting body to practice as a Nurse Practitioner is required or immediately pending.
Current MA or RI R.N. registration is required.
Over 3 months experience.
NP MA Nursing License authorization to practice in an expanded role.
PA Physician Assistant License authorization to practice.
CME requirements as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform a wide variety of patient care and related duties both within and in support of Southcoast Physicians Group.
Take patient histories.
Conduct physical exams.
Review past medical records.
Complete electronic health records.
Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies.
Explain necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient and family.
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Review results of studies and procedures and interpret results toward quality patient care.