APP - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Plastic Surgery

Sanford Health • Rapid City, SD

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About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a plastic surgery role. The position practices in collaboration with physicians and other care team members to evaluate, diagnose, and manage patient health concerns, provide preventive services, and coordinate care to promote optimal health outcomes.

The role is primarily clinic-based, with limited operating room assistance. The department describes a dynamic office environment, a strong emphasis on patient safety and education, and light call. The schedule is Monday through Friday during daytime hours, with 8-hour day shifts and 36 scheduled hours per week.

Requirements

• Completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the ARC-PA or an equivalent accrediting program accepted by the state licensing board.
• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in each state of practice.
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
• State Controlled Substance License, if required by the state.
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice when there is a variation.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience in the specialty area is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions within scope of practice.
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging studies.
• Prescribe medications, therapies, and other treatments in compliance with regulations.
• Educate and counsel patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment plans.
• Perform procedures and treatments within scope of practice and assist with procedures and treatments when indicated.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Participate in quality, safety, and performance improvement activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed