PA or NP Casual

Meeker Memorial Hospital & Clinics•Litchfield, MN

155d•$70 - $80•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join the walk-in clinic team. The provider will deliver high-quality primary care to patients of all ages in a collaborative, patient-centered environment, serving the health needs of the rural community. The role includes assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients; managing chronic and acute conditions; and working closely with physicians and interdisciplinary staff. The position is casual and located at the legal address in Litchfield, Minnesota. It is a day-shift role with a stated pay range of $70.00–$80.00 per hour. The position requires current Minnesota PA or NP licensure and at least three years of experience. Previous clinic or family practice experience is preferred. The provider must meet the clinical, communication, documentation, safety, compliance, and physical requirements described in the posting. Work takes place in a walk-in clinic and rural or Critical Access Hospital environment, which may involve variable hours, shifting resources, emergency situations, and disaster response protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Requirements

Current Minnesota PA or NP licensure.
Minimum of 3 years of experience.
Awareness of healthcare policies, regulations, legal and ethical standards, patients’ rights, and privacy requirements, including HIPAA.
Familiarity with patient assessment techniques and interpreting patient data.
Knowledge of developing and implementing patient-centered care plans.
Understanding of infection control protocols and safety procedures.
Ability to assess patients, monitor vital signs, conduct physical examinations, administer medications accurately, and perform wound care, IV insertion, and other clinical procedures.
Basic life support and first aid knowledge or ability.
Clear and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members, including communicating complex medical information in understandable terms.
Sound clinical judgment, logical problem-solving, critical thinking, and the ability to make timely decisions under pressure.
Ability to adapt to changing patient conditions, workloads, technologies, and healthcare environments.
Precision in medication administration, documentation, and procedures to support patient safety and prevent errors.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and meet the demands of a Critical Access Hospital or rural hospital environment.
Skill in incorporating AIDET into professional practice.
Knowledge of the employee’s role in protecting confidential patient information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure under HIPAA.
Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and participate in shelter-in-place and disaster response protocols.
Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams and provide care to specific patient populations.
Ability to lift, move, and position patients and equipment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, secure messaging applications, and collaborative tools such as Microsoft Teams or Google Workspace.
Proficiency with Paycom and other applicable information systems, emergency preparedness websites/MNTraInternet software, order entry and processing systems, and EHR systems such as EPIC.
Ability to write high-quality drafts, proposals, reports, and presentations; present information to individuals and groups; and coordinate communication across departments.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, common fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; understand graphs and other visual data; and accurately record and interpret clinical measurements.
Ability to use EMR and care documentation tools to analyze data trends and support treatment.
Ability to meet the physical demands of rural hospital or clinic work, including during emergencies and disaster protocols.
Ability to meet the essential job duties and performance expectations while upholding MMHC’s mission and values.

Nice To Haves

Previous clinic or family practice experience.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages.
Manage acute and chronic conditions and develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
Perform patient assessments, including monitoring vital signs and conducting physical examinations; interpret patient data and clinical measurements.
Administer medications safely and accurately, including dosage calculations.
Perform wound care, IV insertion, and other clinical procedures; provide basic life support and first aid.
Work closely with physicians and interdisciplinary staff to coordinate care and support the health needs of the rural community.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members, including explaining complex medical information clearly.
Direct and delegate tasks to other nursing staff and mentor or guide junior nurses.
Document clinical services and patient information accurately and promptly in the EHR, meeting MMHC standards and maintaining accurate patient records.
Provide culturally respectful and equitable care, recognizing patients’ diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and values.
Respond promptly and decisively to emergencies and participate in shelter-in-place and disaster response protocols.
Follow infection control, exposure control, bloodborne and airborne pathogen, safety, confidentiality, and regulatory procedures.
Attend mandatory education, department training, and meetings, and demonstrate proficiency in safety and regulatory requirements.
Maintain confidentiality of MMHC and patient information, comply with MMHC policies and standards, and meet attendance and job-performance expectations.