Trauma Services Hospital Based Advanced Practice Provider
Who we are looking for
Kootenai Health is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner experienced in general surgery with both adults and pediatrics or other surgical specialties to practice at our regional referral center hospital located in beautiful Coeur dAlene, Idaho. Ideal candidates will have a strong focus on quality, safety, teamwork, and patient satisfaction, and have experience working in busy surgical clinic and hospital departments.
What you can expect
Joining an experienced group of physicians and advanced practice professionals, APP scope includes:
• Surgery assist • Hospital rounding • Surgery follow-up appointments • New patient appointments • Tele-health visits
Full-time is no less than 40 hours per week with 32 hours of patient-facing time.
Competitive compensation package with salary plus potential incentives for productivity and quality.
Robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, CME, sizable employer retirement contribution, and malpractice with tail.
Formal mentorship program to help new providers succeed.
NP Responsibilities
Orders, interprets, and records results of clinical tests and reports results to physicians. Prescribes medications and makes recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment.
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Typically reports to a physician.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function.
Competent to meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned.
NP Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
MSN degree or higher from an accredited nurse practitioner program required.
Nationally recognized as a Nurse Practitioner.
Clinical experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Holds a current NP and RN license to practice in the state of Idaho required.
PA Responsibilities
Assesses, plans, and provides patient care under the supervision of a physician.
Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Performs a variety of tasks.
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.
Typically reports to a physician.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Competent to meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned.
PA Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Health Science required.
Physician Assistant Certificate of Registration with the Idaho Medical Board or is certification eligible and is certified as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants required.
Qualified under the rules of the DEA for prescriptive practices required.
Qualified under CMS regulations for patient care and billing practices required.
BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross AHA Health Saver, or KHBLS within 60 days of hire.
Working Conditions
Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position.
Typical equipment used in a clinical job.
Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs.
About Kootenai Health
Kootenai Health has a solid reputation in the Pacific Northwest and has a rich history that spans nearly 60 years of innovation, achievements, and healthcare benchmarks. Our main campus is located in Coeur dAlene, Idaho, and includes a 330-bed community-owned hospital.
We have been recognized among large employers as the No. 1 Best Place to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare magazine and are regularly recognized by Cleverly and Associates for providing value to our community.
Three Time Magnet Designated since 2006 - This designation is nursings top honor accepted nationally as the gold standard in nursing excellence. Kootenai was the first hospital in the Inland Northwest to receive this designation and the second in Idaho.
Most Wired Wireless Hospital Hospital & Health Networks - Kootenai is consistently named one of the countrys 100 Most Wired hospitals. In this same survey, Kootenai also earned a spot on the Top 25 Most Wireless hospitals.
Three Time Great Workplace Award - Kootenai Health has been recognized as one of the most engaged and productive workforces in the world.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
• Tuition assistance program • 457 retirement plan • An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program • Employee reward recognition and retention programs • Professional development and leadership training opportunities
And much more.
Apply today.
Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
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