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TeamHEALTH

Weekend Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, WA

TeamHEALTH, Puyallup, Washington, United States, 98374


Job Description Are you a passionate and dedicated nurse practitioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA) looking for a rewarding career that offers flexibility, autonomy and unlimited earning potential? Are you looking for the weekend job or just want to work a couple of days a week? Look no further! TeamHealth is currently seeking a highly motivated and compassionate NP or PA to work part-time covering weekends in a skilled nursing facility in Puyallup, Washington. When you join TeamHealth, you will have the opportunity to build a position that matches your ideal lifestyle and career goals. As a nurse practitioner/physician assistant in the skilled nursing facility setting you will experience:

A Diverse Patient Population: Skilled nursing facilities provide clinicians with the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, including individuals recovering from surgery, managing chronic conditions, or in need of rehabilitation. This variety can offer valuable experience in treating a range of medical conditions.An Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Working in a skilled nursing facility allows clinicians to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. This collaborative environment can enhance patient care by incorporating different perspectives and expertise.Long-Term Relationships: Clinicians in skilled nursing facilities have the opportunity to develop long-term relationships with patients and their families. Building rapport over time can lead to better continuity of care, improved patient outcomes, and a sense of fulfillment in providing ongoing support to individuals in need.Key Responsibilities:

Perform primary care weekend rounding in a post-acute setting for short term and long-term patientsManage chronic disease, diagnose illnesses and medical conditions, and implement plan of careOrder and interpret lab resultsPrescribe and monitor medicationsConsult with physicians and coordinate patient care with other healthcare practitionersEducate patients and their caregivers on coping skills to handle chronic and age-related conditionsBuild relationships with your patients, patients' family members, and facility staff to facilitate effective treatment deliveryPromote healthy lifestyle changesRequirements:

New grads encouraged to applyPrimary care and post-acute care experience a plus, but not requiredActive and unrestricted Washington NP or PA license requiredActive and unrestricted Washington DEA with prescriptive authority requiredOur compensation is a productivity-based model (Fee for Service) that offers you control to maximize your income potential. Expected compensation is estimated salary range of $60,000 to $86,000 annually with no cap productivity income potential. This part-time role is not benefit eligible. If you are looking to take back control of your work/life balance and are passionate about patient care, apply today to be considered for this fantastic role!Position Highlights:Weekend only with flexible start datesUncapped earning potential with bonuses paid bi-weeklyPaid professional liability insurance with tail coverageLeadership and growth opportunities to further your careerAccess to professional development tools, educational resources and CME through TeamHealth InstituteStability of a respected industry leaderAccess to TeamHealth's clinician wellness and referral programWhy TeamHealth Post-Acute Care?TeamHealth has been in operation for over 40 years and as the leading provider of facilities-based medicine, TeamHealth's post-acute care program is the largest network of post-acute care clinicians. Our team is comprised of more than 1,500 primary care and behavioral health clinicians in more than 31 states. Our post-acute program is built around a team that coordinates care across skilled nursing, long-term care, nursing homes, assisted living facilities and rehabilitation facilities. We deliver care to post-acute patients at over 2000 post-acute facilities. Our post-acute clinicians help us prevent avoidable readmissions, improve alignment between post-acute and acute facilities, and promote successful care transitions to deliver a higher standard of patient care. Our post-acute care clinicians receive best-in-class orientation and training, a dedicated EHR system and access to ongoing clinical education. TeamHealth has the resources to support you in growing a strong practice and provide you with an excellent work/life balance. We are offering an exciting opportunity to be a part of one of the fastest growing fields in healthcare today.Near the Puget Sound and Seattle:Just 20 minutes from the Puget Sound, Puyallup, Washington, has much to offer including outdoor recreation and entertainment. Visit nearby Mount Rainier National Park for hiking, sightseeing, camping and world-class ski resorts. Take a trip to the South Puget Sound Wildlife area for water sports and boating. Puyallup is only 20 minutes from Tacoma and less than an hour away from Seattle, Washington, offering residents access to all that these metropolitan areas have to offer.Joining our Talent Network will enhance your job search and application process. Whether you choose to apply or just leave your information, we look forward to staying connected with you.

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