Maryville Family Medicine, a division of Summit Medical Group, is seeking a
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their practice.
Hours:Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 1-7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm
Responsibilities: (List does not include all duties assigned)
- Performs complete physical exams, obtains complete medical histories, and records findings.
- Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information.
- Orders (and, as appropriate, performs) appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
- Determines preliminary diagnoses and therapeutic plans by obtaining, interpreting and integrating data.
- Posts tests and examination results as appropriate.
- Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments, educates patients/family regarding health and illness prevention, and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
- Assists physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
- Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
- Triages nursing and family telephone calls and provides consultation.
EDUCATION: Successful completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years of previous patient care experience in a clinic setting, plus two years of APN or PA experience is preferred.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse in State of Tennessee, or current Physician Assistant licensed to practice in State of Tennessee.
