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ABOUT SHERIDAN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Sheridan Memorial Hospital is a progressive, state-of-the-art facility nestled beneath the Big Horn Mountains in beautiful Northeast Wyoming. Founded over 100 years ago, Sheridan Memorial is licensed for 88 beds with over 60 physicians who provide primary medical care and specialty care in more than 15 areas. We are proud of our more than 700 employees who provide personalized, patient-centered care in a healing environment. When people think of excellent healthcare, they think of Sheridan.
JOB SUMMARY
The Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides medical consultation, follow-ups, routine patient care and performs minor office procedures. The position requires population specific competencies as a component of the annual compliance program of the Sheridan Memorial hospital. They will adhere to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires.
The PA or NP functions in an advanced clinical role and is primarily responsible for diagnosing and treating patients in the office setting. The PA or NP will provide medical services for patients in the medical facility and clinic under physician supervision, perform physical examinations within prescribed guidelines and practices of the physician. They must have the ability to diagnose and manage common acute and stable chronic diseases. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ordering, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic and laboratory tests and prescribing pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies. Documentation of physical findings and patient care plan will be recorded in the patient’s medical record each time the patient is seen.
The PA or NP will discuss cases with the supervising physician and other health care professionals as needed to prepare patient care plans. Patient referrals to the physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment will be made appropriately. Inpatient and outpatient consultations will be performed as requested by other practitioners. This employee will participate in performance improvement and CQI activities as necessary. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals as well as healthcare consumers is a required skill. The PA or NP will also provide clinic administrative support services as necessary.
On the hospital units, the PA or NP will perform medical assessments, initiate and evaluate care under the sponsorship of the staff Physician. (Please see core privileges specific to Sheridan Memorial Hospital)
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education / Experience / License and Certifications
- Completion of and certification in an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
- Licensed as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner by the State of Wyoming.
- NCCPA certification, required for PAs.
- BLS certification, required
Additional Skills
- Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
- Additional languages desirable
- Basic computer knowledge
- Organizational skills
- Participates in continuing education activities within the department and organization
- Attends and actively participates in departmental staff meetings
- Keeps up to date with clinical practice and evidence-based practice guidelines
- Stays abreast of organizational policies and procedures
Sheridan Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here.
Specific demands not listed: Possible exposure to blood and or body fluids / infectious disease / hazardous waste requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Exposure to odorous chemicals / specimens and Latex products.
Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required.
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