PA or NP

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin•Madison, WI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant provides outpatient care under physician supervision and in accordance with GHC-SCW policies and procedures and the scope of practice defined by the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. The role functions as an independent healthcare provider with advanced knowledge and expertise in history taking, physical examinations, treatment, and clinical care management of members. The Nurse Practitioner provides patient education, assessment, and treatment, working collaboratively with GHC-SCW physicians to support member care. The role functions as an independent healthcare provider with advanced knowledge and expertise in history taking, physical examinations, treatment, and clinical care management. The position works under the general direction, guidance, and supervision of the Clinic Medical Director, with additional accountabilities to collaborating physicians, the Senior Medical Director, and the Chief Medical Officer. The role is based at Primary Care at Capitol Clinic.

Requirements

Physician Assistant: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Physician Assistant: Certification by the State of Wisconsin under the rules of the Medical Examining Board.
Physician Assistant: Current membership, or ability to attain membership, in professional Physician Assistant organizations.
Nurse Practitioner: Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university, with Nurse Practitioner specialty preparation.
Nurse Practitioner: Certification complementary to the practice area.
Nurse Practitioner: Valid Wisconsin license to practice as a Registered Nurse and as a Nurse Practitioner.
Possession of, or eligibility for, a valid Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certificate; certification must be obtained within four months of employment.
Knowledge of scientific practice principles, methods, and techniques; ability to adapt standard care practices to individual cases and recognize medical symptoms and problems.
Current knowledge of medical trends, techniques, and certifications; ability to interpret medical reports and results.
Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills; assessment, problem-solving, prioritization, and interviewing skills.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, infection-control, and confidentiality standards, including knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and ability to work with a diverse patient population.
Ability to use computers and software such as Microsoft Office Suite and to use or learn electronic medical record systems such as EPIC.
Knowledge of medical records and documentation requirements; basic understanding of, or ability to learn, medical-care reimbursement and insurance practices.
Ability to work as a team member, maintain good working relationships, organize clinical care, and remain calm and resourceful in emergencies.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and comply with organizational and departmental policies.
Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch; regularly bend, reach, lift, pull, push, and/or carry up to 10 pounds; continuously stand and transport, with occasional sitting.
Ability to speak clearly, hear conversation, see with corrected near and far vision including color vision and depth perception, and perform fingering and handling with both hands.

Nice To Haves

Nurse Practitioner: Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber certification is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide outpatient care to members within the applicable scope of practice.
Provide patient education, assessment, and treatment.
Conduct history taking and physical examinations and provide treatment and clinical care management.
Collaborate with physicians to provide care and treatment for members.
Educate members and families about diseases, care, treatment, and follow-up.
Read and interpret medical reports and results, and document care appropriately.
Maintain quality, safety, infection-control, and patient-confidentiality standards.
Follow organizational and departmental policies and represent the organization positively.