Acute Care, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Consulting, Discharge Plans, Documentation, Electrocardiogram, Emergency Care, Establish Priorities, Family Medicine, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Plan, Healthcare, Hospital Administration, Medical Conditions, Medical Records, Medications, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Credentials, Nursing Management, Orthopedics, Patient Care, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), People Management, Physician Assistant, Privacy Regulations, Problem Solving Skills, Radiography, Safety Standards, Standards of Care, Stewardship, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Urgent Care
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Physician Assistant (PA)/ Nurse Practitioner (NP), you will be responsible for providing excellent care under the supervision of staff physicians
Every day, within this role, you will provide medical services consistent with your education, training, and experience, as delegated by a supervising physician.
To be successful in this role, you will use your medical knowledge to confidently and independently manage patient care while knowing when to consult a physician. You will think critically and make quick decisions in high-pressure environments, by trusting your problem-solving abilities.
- Collaborateswith supervising physicians and nursing staff todevelop, implement, and modify comprehensive patient care plans, including effective discharge planning. Continuouslyevaluates and adjustscare plans based on observable patient responses and progress towards expected outcomes.
- Actively manages patients' pain levelsin partnership with supervising physicians and nursing staff, including theadministration of appropriate medications. Ensuresthorough and timely pain documentationand re-evaluation as evidenced by chart review.
- Prioritizes and promotes exceptional patient and family satisfactionby actively empowering them to participate in their care.Anticipates and proactively addressespatient and family concerns regarding health and treatment, ensuringprompt resolutionduring the encounter.Facilitates patient involvementin treatment decisions when appropriate.
- Ensures timely and accurate completionof all medical records and required documentation for every patient seen in the urgent care setting.
- Optimizes clinic efficiency, without compromising patient care quality.Drives efficient patient flowwhile consistently upholding the highest possible standards of care for each individual.
- Strictly adheres to all confidentiality and privacy regulations, including HIPAA, maintaining the privacy of patient information, medical records, employee records, and all hospital and administrative data.
- Consistently demonstrates excellent, courteous, and compassionate communicationwith all patients, families, and colleagues in every interaction.
Job Requirements
Required
- Completion of approved Physician Assistant program. and PA Experience in the evaluation andtreatment of acute and chronic medical conditions and injuries common to patients of all ages (e.g. chest pain, abdominal pain, infections, laceration repair,orthopedic injuries). Experience inutilizing and interpreting common labtests, EKGs and X-ray studies., upon hire and
- Physician Assistant: AZ, upon hire or
- AZ Nurse Practitioner license
- Drug Enforcement Administration-Control Sub Reg Cert: AZ
- American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Preferred
- 5 + Years of Experience in Urgent Care or Emergency Department
- Consideration maybe given to candidates with experience in family medicine.
Where You'll Work
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Imagine working in an environment where your experience and dedication truly makes a difference, guided by Dignity Health's profound values: Dignity, Justice, Stewardship, Collaboration, and Quality. Here, patient-first care isn't just a motto - it's our daily practice. As a leading 443-bed acute care hospital, we champion interdisciplinary teamwork and the highest standards of safety, because our patients, and you, deserve nothing less.
For over 50 years, Chandler Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has been a trusted partner to the vibrant East Valley community. This means you'll be joining a stable, growing organization with a rich history of service and innovation. We're passionate about your professional growth, offering extensive training, comprehensive resources, and abundant career advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
If you're a dedicated, compassionate professional eager for a dynamic, patient-centered career with one of Arizona's 'Most Admired Companies,' and you thrive in a truly supportive environment, we invite you to discover how your passion can transform lives at CRMC. Explore our opportunities and become a part of a team that celebrates you.
Pay Range
$ 49.78 - $ 82.14