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Primary Care- Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant- McDonough Overview: Advanced Practice Practitioner - Primary Care Outpatient Piedmont Healthcare is recruiting for an Advanced Practice Practitioner to join the Primary Care team at our Outpatient Practice. The position is full time, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities: In this role you will: Provide medical services to individuals, families and/or groups. Emphasize health promotion as well as acute and chronic disease management. Augment a physician's ability to provide medical services to patients. Collect and document data, conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations and provide direct patient care services. The APP will work collaboratively with multiple IM providers in the care of the PCPs patient panel. Piedmont benefits: Competitive Compensation Enhanced Packages Comprehensive Benefits EPIC Quality, Service, and Reputation Patient Center Medical Home Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years experience working as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. Masters, Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited PA program and National Board Certification --or-- Licensed as a Nurse and approved to practice as a NP by State of Georgia with National Certification Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Medical Care Corporation
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Overnight Intensivist - Rogers, AR Find your calling at Mercy! Overnight Intensivist Advanced Practitioner Opportunity This group is powered by Physicians, Advanced Practitioners, and an engaged support staff focused on quality patient care. This Opportunity Offers: Overnight position working 7on/7off Would be working 12-hour shifts Prior ICU experience as an APP or post grad critical care experience is required for this role. Inpatient - Hospital Based role Full-time position Tuition Reimbursement now offered - Must be a Mercy Coworker for at least 12 months prior to course start date. Great for current Mercy RN's or MA's thinking about transitioning to an APP role. System-wide Epic EMR Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vacation, 401K and CME Relocation assistance and Malpractice insurance This Position Offers: Integrated health system with a competitive compensation including annual market reviews Comprehensive, day one benefits including health, dental, vision and CME for full-time and part-time providers Retirement plans available with employer contribution and matching options Professional liability coverage provided As a not-for-profit system, Mercy qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Your life is our life's work At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you'll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership-from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care-where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.
Advanced Practice Provider (APP NP/PA) - Inpatient Cardiology APP (PRN) Job Description Summary MUSC Health is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Inpatient Cardiology team on a PRN basis. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice at the top of your license alongside a nationally recognized cardiovascular team while caring for a diverse and complex inpatient cardiac population. Entity MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC001875 MCP - Columbia Heart Columbia DT Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-33 Scheduled Weekly Hours 4 Work Shift Job Description MUSC Health is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Inpatient Cardiology team on a PRN basis. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice at the top of your license alongside a nationally recognized cardiovascular team while caring for a diverse and complex inpatient cardiac population. As a valued member of the Heart & Vascular team, you will play a critical role in the management of patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions, working collaboratively with cardiologists, nurses, and multidisciplinary specialists to deliver outstanding, patient-centered care. Whether managing heart failure, arrhythmias, ischemic heart disease, or post-procedural cardiac patients, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes every day. This PRN position offers 12-hour shifts with a minimum commitment of 24 hours per month, providing flexibility while maintaining consistent engagement with a high-performing clinical team. Ideal candidates are clinically confident, team-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional cardiovascular care in a fast-paced inpatient setting. Join MUSC Health's growing Heart & Vascular Center and become part of an organization known for clinical excellence, innovation, academic collaboration, and a commitment to supporting provider success and well-being. About MUSC Health - Columbia Medical Center Downtown: MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown is a full-service, acute care hospital located in Columbia, South Carolina, serving as a cornerstone of MUSC's Midlands Division. The hospital is a non-profit, general medical and surgical facility with 24/7 emergency services and a broad range of specialty care offerings. Columbia Meical Center Downtown has a long-standing history in the region, originally founded in 1938, and is recognized for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across multiple service lines, including cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, and critical care. Required Qualifications: Advanced Practice Provider: Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) Board certified and licensed (or eligible) in South Carolina Experience in cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, or critical care preferred Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment Strong procedural, clinical, and communication skills Position Highlights: Provide PRN clinical support across inpatient cardiology and procedural settings. Assist with the evaluation and management of a broad spectrum of cardiovascular conditions, including coronary, heart failure, electrophysiology, and structural heart populations. Participate in pre-procedural assessments, inpatient management, peri-procedural care, and post-procedural follow-up as appropriate. Collaborate with multidisciplinary cardiovascular teams to deliver comprehensive patient care. Benefits & Resources for Providers: Competitive compensation Paid occurrence malpractice coverage Epic EHR with provider-centered optimization and robust user support AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools integrated into Epic to reduce administrative burden and support clinical decision-making at the point of care Team-based care models that support sustainable workloads, shared responsibility, and provider well-being Life in Columbia, South Carolina: Discover the best of both worlds, big-city opportunity with small-town warmth. Columbia is South Carolina's vibrant capital city, perfectly positioned between the beautiful beaches of the Lowcountry and the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy top rated schools, family friendly neighborhoods, award winning restaurants, festivals, and endless outdoor adventures at Lake Murray and nearby state parks. Additional Job Description About MUSC: South Carolina's leading academic health system, MUSC Health, serves patients across the state through a growing network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. As the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health integrates academic medicine, research, and education with a strong commitment to patient care. Providers who join MUSC Health become part of a mission-driven organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and meaningful investment in providers' success. With opportunities in both academic and community settings, MUSC Health provides the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term provider careers. 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. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.To apply for this position, please use the apply option on this page.
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Tippett Ct Sunbury We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities. Job Description Summary: The Advanced Practice Providers (APP), Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) including Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Nurse Practitioner (NP), work in collaboration with the physician in the outpatient setting (in-person or Telehealth). Primary care offices or clinics can include family medicine, pediatrics, or internal medicine. The Primary Care APP may perform minimally invasive procedures and generally works with a stable patient population. Responsibilities And Duties: Works under direction and in consultation/collaboration with physician and may perform services authorized by the supervising/collaborating physician that are part of the physician's normal course of practice and expertise. Promotes quality outcomes and initiatives. Must have a Supervision Agreement (SA) or Standard Care Arrangement (SCA) with a physician in like practice. Practices within applicable state laws, appropriate boards, and in accordance with his/her/their SA/SCA and delineation of privileges. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time Minimum Qualifications: Master's Degree (Required)AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners - American Association of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, CNP - Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Association of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing Additional Job Description: Work Shift: Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 32 Department PCP Tippett Court Join us! . if your passion is to work in a caring environment . if you believe that learning is a life-long process . if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry Equal Employment Opportunity OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment
RN-Nurse Practitioner: Pain Management Job Summary Practices autonomously and in collaboration with other health care professionals to treat and manage patient's health problems and serve in various settings as researchers, consultants, and patient advocates for individuals, families, groups, and communities. Performs comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, and manages illness and disease. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities Develops a plan of care within scope of practice of the nurse practitioner utilizing written protocols to ensure quality patient care. Uses prescriptive authority, procedures, referrals, treatments, and theories in accordance with state/federal laws and regulations. Enhances quality and effectiveness of nursing practice. Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues. Provides clinical leadership. Supports life long learning. Completes assigned goals. Specifications Experience Minimum Required 1 year clinical experience functioning in the nurse practitioner role in a primary care setting Preferred/Desired Education Minimum Required Either a Masters or Doctoral level as a nurse practitioner. Preferred/Desired Training Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Special Skills Minimum Required Computer literate. Preferred/Desired Licensure . Minimum Required Current certification - nurse practitioner. Eligible for or have certificate of fitness/prescription privileges RN Preferred/Desired
*$10,000 Commencement Bonus* Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care - Healdton, OK Find your calling at Mercy! ***$10,000 Commencement Bonus Available*** Primary Care Advanced Practitioner Opportunity in Healdton, OK! This group is powered by Physicians, Advanced Practitioners, and an engaged support staff focused on quality patient care. $10,000 Commencement Bonus available Days Outpatient Clinic Full-time position System-wide Epic EMR This Position Offers: Integrated health system with a competitive compensation including annual market reviews Comprehensive, day one benefits including health, dental, vision and CME for full-time and part-time providers Retirement plans available with employer contribution and matching options Professional liability coverage provided As a not-for-profit system, Mercy qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Your life is our life's work At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you'll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership-from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care-where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.
*$20,000 Commencement Bonus* Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine - Ardmore, OK Find your calling at Mercy! ***$20,000 Commencement Bonus Available*** Emergency Medicine Advanced Practitioner Opportunity in Ardmore, Oklahoma! This group is powered by Physicians, Advanced Practitioners, and an engaged support staff focused on quality patient care. Base rate plus incentive plan 12-hour shifts Full-Time position System-wide Epic EMR Mercy Emergency Department - Ardmore This Position Offers: Integrated health system with a competitive compensation including annual market reviews Comprehensive, day one benefits including health, dental, vision and CME for full-time and part-time providers Retirement plans available with employer contribution and matching options Professional liability coverage provided As a not-for-profit system, Mercy qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Your life is our life's work At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you'll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership-from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care-where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery - Joplin, MO Find your calling at Mercy! Additional Job Description Orthopedic Surgery Advanced Practitioner Position in Joplin, MO This group is powered by Physicians, 4 Advanced Practitioners, and an engaged support staff focused on quality patient care. This Opportunity Offers: Full-time position - Day Shift Hours Mix of both Clinic and Hospital Clinic is typically 8am to 5pm. Surgery days can vary a bit more. Some Call Associated - typically 3-4 nights per month and one in every 10 weekends. APP should expect to see around 25-30 patients per day in clinic Dr. Benjamin Bonner, DO is primary collaborating physician for role System-wide Epic EMR Tuition Reimbursement now offered - Must be a Mercy Coworker for at least 12 months prior to course start date. Great for current Mercy RN's or MA's thinking about transitioning to an APP role. Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vacation, 401K and CME Relocation assistance and Malpractice insurance This Position Offers: Integrated health system with a competitive compensation including annual market reviews Comprehensive, day one benefits including health, dental, vision and CME for full-time and part-time providers Retirement plans available with employer contribution and matching options Professional liability coverage provided As a not-for-profit system, Mercy qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Your life is our life's work At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you'll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership-from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care-where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.
Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant - Gastroenterology - FT We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job works in a collaborative model including but not limited to: residents, fellows, attendings, and staff who care for outpatient clinic patients of the organization. This job works under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with the PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinator in the planning, implementation and evaluation of medical and nursing care; and assumes responsibility for primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients, teaching of residents and medical students, staff development and education, patient education and discharge planning. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. Education Required - Master's degree in nursing. Work Experience Required - None. Preferred - 3 years of related working experience. Certifications Required - Current License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice. Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC or AANPCP Certified for Family Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC or AANPCP Certified. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association. Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing. Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. Strong interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at a department and campus/system level. Reliable transportation as must be able to travel throughout and between facilities. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability). Job Duties Utilizes the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care. Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas. Maintains an attitude of inquiry towards medical practices and patient care outcomes, and may develop research methodology. Provides education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and to the community. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.To apply for this position, please use the apply option on this page.
Advanced Practice Professional - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Princeton Behavioral Health Pavilion Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. The West Virginia University Health System, the state's largest health system and largest private employer, comprises 18 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. In addition, it includes five institutes, as well as providing management services for other local hospitals through affiliate agreements. Whether you are caring for our patients at one of the critical access hospitals, community sites, regional or academic medical centers, we are all one WVU Health System. Work Here. Thrive Here. Additional Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY : The Advanced Practice Professional (APP) has coordination and clinical skills required for the comprehensive management of behavioral medicine patients, (including biological, social and psychological assessments). The APP coordinates involvement of medical/surgical specialty teams necessary to develop a comprehensive plan for the patient, and reviews the plan of care with the other members of the clinical team, participates in directing that care, performs diagnostic/therapeutic procedures, and coordinates ongoing management (as applicable). The APP participates in the education of residents and medical/nursing students. Provide healthcare services consistent with state law and the requirements of the professional licensing or certification authority and/or hospital privileges, where applicable. Such service may include, but are not limited to. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR NURSE PRACTITIONER : EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master's Degree in Nursing. 2. National Certification by one of the recognized APRN Certification Centers. 3. Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in West Virginia. 4. BLS Certification required with additional Advanced Life Support training at the discretion of the department. EXPERIENCE: 1. Acute care or behavioral medicine experience preferred. 2. Eligible new graduates will be considered. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. BLS certification required. Additional life support certification at the discretion of the department MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT : EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Bachelor's Degree as a Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant required. 2. Graduate of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant (PA) training program required. 3. Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants required. 4. Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the WV Board of Medicine. 5. BLS certification required. Additional advance life support training at the discretion of the department EXPERIENCE: 1. Acute care, surgical or behavioral medicine experience preferred, CAQ in Psychiatry preferred 2. Eligible new graduates will be considered. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Masters level education as Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant preferred. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Manages comprehensive and individualized care for behavioral medicine patients and their families in the behavioral medicine hospitalization and/or ambulatory setting. 2. Completes daily rounds; consults and/or emergent/evaluations. 3. Completes integrated assessments. 4. With the collaboration of behavioral medicine faculty or by following established clinical Guidelines and Protocols, orders additional tests or consults as deemed appropriate. 5. Performs and communicates results of diagnostic tests following established clinical guidelines and scope of practice. 6. Consults and communicates with clinic and hospital staff regarding abnormal findings in the evaluations of patients. 7. Performs succinct comprehensive clinical evaluations and documents findings in medical record. 8. Facilitates patient discharge by coordinating appropriate services and tests prior to discharge necessary for outpatient follow-up appointments in the clinic (as applicable). 9. Develops a comprehensive individualized plan of care for behavioral medicine patients, which includes teaching, discharge planning and necessary referral to other members of the health care team as necessary. 10. Demonstrates expertise in caring for patients across the age continuum of their educational experience and certification. 11. Identifies unstable or complex behavioral medicine patient care situations and facilitates appropriate intervention in the clinic and/or hospital setting. 12. Recognizes emergency situations and initiates effective emergency care. 13. Evaluates behavioral medicine patients and serves as a coordinator for follow up procedures and tests in the ambulatory setting (as applicable). 14. Assists in the collection of outcome measures (as applicable). 15. Demonstrates critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning skills in clinical decision making by the identification, evaluation and management of the individual needs of patients/families. 16. Demonstrates the ability to utilize equipment in a safe manner. 17. Bases decisions made/actions taken on the relevant scientific principles, established standards of care and/or research findings. 18. Utilizes teaching/learning theory and appropriate teaching strategies in the provision of education to nursing staff, hospital staff, students, patients, families and the community. 19. Promotes an environment that facilitates learning by responding to appropriate patient/family preferences, priorities and readiness to learn. 20. Updates own knowledge base throughout the year. 21. Completes all identified clinical competencies. 22. Serves as a resource person for staff caring for the behavioral medicine patient. 23. Provides educational programs to professional and paraprofessional personnel in area of expertise. 24. Participates in community programs, distribution of literature, as appropriate in area of expertise. 25. Documents the plan of care, interventions and evaluations in a clear and concise manner for every patient visit in the patient's medical record following approved hospital/UHA policies and compliance standards for documentation. 26. Collaborates with other leaders and staff to effectively achieve patient outcome based improvements in care. 27. Provides leadership in the development and implantation of changes in the behavioral medicine practice that positively impact patient outcomes. 28. Works collaboratively with medical and nursing staff to facilitate creative problem solving and provide professional support. 29. Participates and initiates inter-disciplinary approaches to patient care, program development and education. Serves as a professional role model. 30. Promotes and practices innovation of the expanded role in the delivery of care to behavioral medicine patients and families throughout the inpatient hospitalization, and the ambulatory setting. 31. Participates and provides leadership for committees and task forces. 32. Documents hours and submits billing reports, as appropriate. 33. Reviews and interprets behavioral medicine data from sources such as patient registries, clinical and financial reports, length of stay, access to care, and cost per case reports and recommends/implements changes as necessary. 34. Participates in clinical trials and research studies with the Principal Investigator. 35. Assists behavioral medicine Faculty, Administrators and Directors in the collection of outcome measures. 36. Other duties/projects as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Heavy/Hard Work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning of patients, standing, walking, and carrying of patients, materials and equipment weighting 40+ pounds. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Working closely with others. 2. Protracted or irregular hours. 3. Working around biohazards. 4. Working around infectious diseases. 5. Working with or near the deceased. 6. Working with hands in water. 7. Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Proficiency with computers. 2. Strong communication skills. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt) Company: SMG System Medical Group Cost Center: 3301 PCH Psychiatry Clinic Pavilion Address: 1333 Southview Drive Bluefield West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.