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Emergency Medicine APP (NP/PA) Full-Time - MUSC Health PeeDee Division - Black R

MUSC, Cades, South Carolina, United States,


Job Description SummaryMUSC Health - PeeDee Division - Black River Medical Center is searching for an Emergency Medicine APP (NP/PA).EntityMUSC Community Physicians (MCP)Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-Type​RegularCost CenterCC004269 MCP - Black River Emergency MedPay Rate TypeHourlyPay GradeHealth-33Scheduled Weekly Hours40Work Shift

Job DescriptionMUSC Health - PeeDee Division - Black River Medical Center

is searching for an Emergency Medicine APP (NP/PA).

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Hourly/Non-exemptHours per week: 40Scheduled Work Hours/Shift:

VariesPatient Population Focus:

Emergency Department ManagementPatient Population Age Range:

13years-death

Required Minimum Training : Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below.Physician AssistantorAPRN

FNP

(Family Nurse Practitioner): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan.

Preferred Training:

Physician Assistant (PA) or if APRN, License Type/CertificationPhysician Assistantor

APRN

FNP with current Emergency Room Nurse Practitioner (ENP) Certification

Preferred Experience:

FNP with current Emergency Room Nurse Practitioner (ENP) Certification

At least 2 years of Emergency Room experience as a PA or NP

Degree of SupervisionAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician.

Required Licensure, Certifications, RegistrationsAll certifications must be current and complete prior to start date:

Basic Life Support (BLS).

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required for adult inpatient positions

If applicable, DHEC and DEA license applications must be started

prior

to first day.

Job DutiesProvides direct care to patients through the following activities:

Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations

Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline

Initiates referrals to other health care providers, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician

Documents and bills for direct care provided

Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice

Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research

Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization

Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education

Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members

APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law

Performs the following therapeutic procedures in accordance with procedural privileges, skill and proficiency as approved by the Clinical Division Chief:

Administration of Local and Digital Anesthesia

Complicated and Uncomplicated Repair of Lacerations

Removal of Foreign Bodies from Eyes, Ears, Nose, Skin, and Wounds

Trepination of Subungual Hematomas

Incision and Drainage of Abscesses

Urethral Catheterization

Placement of Peripheral Venous Access

Placement of Central Lines [with proof of competency]

Placement of Thoracostomy

Endotracheal Intubation [with proof of competency]

ACLS

Arterial Puncture

Venipuncture

Lumbar Puncture [with proof of competency]

Application of Splints

Arthrocentesis

Additional Job DescriptionPhysical RequirementsContinuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs(+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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