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Washington Regional Medical Center

Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant(PA) - Gastroenterology Cli

Washington Regional Medical Center, Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States, 72701


Job Details

Job Location: WRMC Gastroenterology Clinic - Fayetteville, AR

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN)

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Clinic System

Description

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for four consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area's only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.

Position Summary

Washington Regional Medical System, Northwest Arkansas' only locally owned, locally governed, not-for-profit hospital and health system is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join our Washington Regional Gastroenterology Clinic. Our clinic is comprised of 3 Gastroenterologists and 1 Advanced Practice Provider.

Essential Position Responsibilities

* Perform physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses* Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as x-rays and laboratory tests* Determine, plan, and provide appropriate treatment* Prescribe and manage medications* Collaborate with gastroenterologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and ensure comprehensive treatment plans* Document and maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records* Educate and counsel patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care, and encourage and promote preventative health care and positive health behaviors* Request consultation or referral with other health care providers* Actively maintain knowledge of current medical research and trends, and support research projects

Qualifications

* Education: Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program* Licensure and Certifications: Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in the State of Arkansas, current national certification and BLS certification required* Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in a previous clinical role, preferably in gastroenterology or related specialty.

Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment.

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