Assistant

UO HR Website•Eugene, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to evaluate, diagnose, treat, and/or prescribe health care and treatment for University of Oregon students within primary care clinics, independently and in collaboration with other Health Services providers. This position reports to the Medical Director and works in close collaboration with the lead physician in the Primary Care Clinics. University Health Services (UHS) is a nationally accredited (AAAHC), multispecialty, outpatient healthcare organization dedicated to meeting students as they are, where they are, and how they are, then collaborating with them to build mental and physical resiliency so they can take on the world! We are also committed to caring for our staff and maintaining a healthy, thriving work environment that fosters a sense of belonging for each of us. University Health Services is committed to demonstrating our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and belonging through action, including being intentional about recruiting a diverse candidate pool that reflects the identities of our student body. We encourage people of all lived experiences to apply.

Requirements

Nurse Practitioners: Current Oregon license as a Registered Nurse AND possession of a valid certification as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the Oregon State Board of Nursing; or ability to obtain both by the agreed upon start date of employment.
Physician Associate/Assistant: Possession of a valid Oregon license as a Physician Associate/Assistant AND successful completion of the national certification exam; or ability to obtain both by the agreed upon start date of employment.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, in support of an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Experience with and/or ability to work effectively within a primary care clinic.
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous quality improvement.
Successful completion of a criminal background check and routine screening of Medicaid and Medicare Exclusion Lists.
Compliance with UHS policies regarding tuberculosis screening, measles and mumps (MMR), seasonal flu, hepatitis B, and other immunization requirements.

Nice To Haves

Nurse Practitioners: Current Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification through the ANCC, AANP, or equivalent organization, or ability to obtain the certification by the agreed upon start date of employment.
Physician Assistants: At least 2000 hours of clinical work experience.
Current Drug Enforcement Administration license for prescription of controlled substances, or ability to obtain the license by the agreed upon start date of employment.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR Certification, or ability to have the certification by the agreed upon start date of employment.
Experience working with college-age or young adult populations.
Relevant experience in higher education, healthcare, or community-based settings that demonstrates ability to support and engage with college-age or young adult populations.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and/or prescribe health care and treatment for University of Oregon students within primary care clinics, independently and in collaboration with other Health Services providers.
Support continuity of care as well as acute care needs, with a strong emphasis on mental health, reproductive health, and infectious disease.
Perform common primary care procedures, including laceration repair, wound care, incision and drainage of abscesses, and splinting.