Nurse Practitioner Surgical Center/Clinic job located in Washington

APC - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant sought for Orthopedics Department

Full Time, Variable Shifts, Hours/PP 80

Essential Functions:

1.       Perform examinations on new and existing patients.  Establish presumptive diagnoses, order appropriate studies and manage the patient's care as a member of the health care team.

2.       Writes prescriptions and performs procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and available equipment.

3.       Educates patients and families and helps them understand issues related to physical and emotional health and promotes wellness.

4.       Maintains accurate and complete patient records in compliance with organizational policy.

5.       Refers patients to specialty services when appropriate.

6.       Provides professional medical services within the scope of training and responsibility, in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and organizational policies.

Qualifications

            Appropriate certification

  Ability to obtain an active license in the state of WA.

Additional Information

This is an integrated, rural healthcare delivery system with two hospitals, multi-specialty care in 30+ service lines and primary care in 11 communities across north central Washington State. Our 270 physicians and 130 advanced practice clinicians serve an area of approximately 12,000 square miles and cover nearly every corner of this region through specialty outreach.   Our Mission: We are dedicated to improving our patients' health by providing safe, high-quality care in a compassionate and cost effective manner.   Our Setting and Lifestyle: We are located in the heart of Washington State and just 2.5 hours east of Seattle. Our region offers a diverse array of recreational opportunities in breathtaking landscapes, from alpine country to the high desert, orchards to vineyards, cross country skiing to fly fishing and everything in between. Cycling, mountain biking, rafting, hiking; it is all right here. The region also offers a family friendly environment with excellent schools and cultural and art activities for the entire family.