Registered Nurse licensed to practice in Virginia or eligible
Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies required
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Virginia License or eligible
AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire
Proficient leadership skills
Responsibilities
Perform treatments for minor acute illnesses and patient examinations
Administer or order diagnostic tests and interpret results
Administer injections, immunizations, and manage wounds
Instruct and counsel patients on therapeutic regimens and wellness
Develop and implement patient management plans and progress notes
Prescribe medications and treatments as appropriate
Coordinate services with co-workers and other departments
Demonstrate professionalism and empathy to build patient relationships
Benefits
Opportunity for professional growth and development
Collaborative work environment with medical staff
Exposure to a diverse range of patient care situations
Possibility of supervision and leadership roles
Engagement in community health initiatives
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant will work under limited direction of the Medical Director. Typical work scenarios may require specialized knowledge, critical thinking, good judgment based upon the principles of biological, physiological, behavioral, and sociological sciences skills, as well as strong customer service skills. Internal contacts include medical staff and management throughout the clinic and health system. External contacts include patients, physicians, outside medical staff, and community resource services.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
Performs and provides treatments for minor acute illness, patient examinations, making initial assessment, initiating treatment and referring to appropriate center of care when applicable.
Determines abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory studies; interpreting test results.
Performs therapeutic procedures by administering injections and immunizations; suturing; managing wounds and infections.
Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens; giving normal growth and development information and promoting wellness and health maintenance.
Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care. May be required to supervise ancillary staff.
Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions and refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care options as appropriate.
Demonstrates good organizational skills in coordinating services with co-workers and other departments/services. Responds to stressful situations in a calm and rational manner and cooperates with all to facilitate integration of services.
Behaves in a professional and empathetic manner to build trust, comfort, understanding, and relationships with patients and the secondary guest(s) and in-line with Studer Principles.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Qualifications:
Master of Science in Nursing, required
Registered Nurse licensed to practice in Virginia or eligible required
Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies required
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Virginia License or eligible, required
AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire
Proficient leadership skills.
Preferred:
Minimum of two years of experience as Physician Assistant in Urgent Care Clinic and/or Emergency Room.
Compensation Pay Range: $58.61 - $73.26
About Mary Washington Healthcare Group
Mary Washington Healthcare is a not-for-profit health system located in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The organization was founded in 1908 and has grown to include two hospitals, multiple outpatient centers, and a network of physicians and specialists. Mary Washington Healthcare provides a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, cancer care, heart and vascular care, and women's health services. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and has been recognized for its clinical excellence and patient satisfaction. Mary Washington Healthcare is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a member of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association.
