Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
Requisition #: 61177
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Description
We improve lives, join our team!
Part-Time
GENERAL SUMMARY
This part-time position is for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking to practice at an urgent care in the Cadillac area. Cadillac Urgent Care has a team of physicians, APPs, MAs, and Radiology Technicians that provide needed care to patients in the community. The office is open everyday, all year with open hours being 10am – 7pm in order to meet the needs of the patients they are caring for. Depending on the season, the Nurse Practitioner or Physician assistant at the Cadillac Urgent Care can expect to see an average or 35 - 45 patients in a 9-hour shift.
Qualified candidates will have a strong foundation of medical knowledge in the evaluation, diagnosis and management of acute injury and illness. Be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be proficient in office surgical procedures required to treat patients of all ages.
BENEFITS
Munson Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health and life-work balance goals.
- Competitive compensation and full benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Health and dental insurance
- Malpractice insurance
- Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling
- Our employees receive special discounts on a wide range of products and services
- Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans
- Student loan repayment eligible
- Relocation assistance
- Savings & retirement plans, disability insurance, identify theft protection and even home and auto insurance
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Supports the Mission, Vision and Values of Munson Healthcare.
- Embraces and supports the Performance Improvement philosophy of Munson Healthcare.
- Promotes personal and patient safety.
- Uses effective customer service/interpersonal skills at all times.
- Works as a member of the Urgent Care clinical team to promote, support and provide comprehensive medical care to Urgent Care clients.
- Develops, implements and evaluates plans of care utilizing sound clinical judgment based on assessment of physical, psychological, emotional, societal and environmental needs of the clients.
- Assists individuals to assume responsibility for the prevention of illness and the promotion, maintenance and restoration of health through the discharge process.
- Adheres to Evaluation and Management Documentation Requirements and completes legible medical records documentation in accordance with established hospital policy.
- Utilizes the current documentation and charting tools ie templates, Dragon or electronic medical record software for documentation as appropriate.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS
Education / Training:
- Master's Degree in Nursing OR a Masters in Physician Assistant studies
Work Experience:
- 2-3 years of APP experience in Family Medicine or Urgent/Emergency Medicine
Certification, Licensure, Registration:
- Board eligible/certified to practice in the State of Michigan
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- Candidate must apply for and be granted applicable clinical privileges through MHC’s credentialing processes before rendering services
- Good judgment and problem solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Ability to make quality, independent medical decisions.
- Time management and organizational skills.
ABOUT MUNSON HEALTHCARE
Munson Healthcare is northern Michigan’s largest and leading healthcare system. Based in Traverse City, Mich., our team of medical experts, award-winning hospitals, and related organizations serve people in 30 counties. Munson Healthcare is comprised of regional referral center Munson Medical Center (Traverse City) and 7 community hospitals: Cadillac Hospital (Cadillac), Charlevoix Hospital (Charlevoix), Grayling Hospital (Grayling), Kalkaska Memorial Health Center (Kalkaska), Manistee Hospital (Manistee), Otsego Memorial Hospital (Gaylord), and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital (Frankfort). Across the system there are 694 licensed acute care beds and 212 licensed long-term care beds. Most of the region’s 540,000 residents can receive comprehensive quality care in or near their local community with access to sophisticated diagnostic technology such as 3D tomography, advanced cancer and heart treatments, and the latest robotic technology, stereotactic radiosurgery, and non-invasive surgical procedures.
- Community Education
- Free, discounted and unreimbursed healthcare services
- Healthcare programs
COMMUNITY
A four-season paradise, Cadillac is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream situated on Lake Mitchell and Lake Cadillac, surrounded by the Huron-Manistee National Forest. Outdoor adventures coupled with breathtaking views, make Cadillac the ultimate playground. Local residents enjoy a low cost of living, including affordable housing, good schools, a vibrant downtown, festivals, and a bustling farmer’s market, all in a family friendly area. Unique shopping boutiques, galleries, and locally-owned restaurants make this a welcoming community and a great place to live and work.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer