Physician Assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist Medicine - Biddeford/Portland, ME in Biddeford, ME

Physician Assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist Medicine - Biddeford/Portland, ME

Biddeford, ME
Maine Medical Center
Full Time - Rotating (Day/Evening)
Advanced Professional Provider
Req #: 186683

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Summary

Position provides medical care and practicing medicine with physician supervision, including conducting examinations and writing prescriptions through office based evaluation and treatment of inpatients. These duties are performed in accordance with established standards and practices as defined by Maine Medical Center, the State of Maine, and the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) /Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP).

Desired Qualifications & Experience:

Education: Bachelor's degree and successful completion of accredited physician assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
License/Certifications: Current Physician Assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner license issued by the State of Maine or eligible of licensure. NCCPA /ACNP certification. Current BLS required.
Experience: New grads are encouraged to apply
Knowledge of medical model and roles of physicians and physician assistants. Familiar with anatomy, pharmacology, pathophysiology, clinical medicine and physical diagnosis.
Knowledge of indications for and proper techniques for office procedures
Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.
Knowledge of diagnosing and treating medical problems and developing care plans.
Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.
Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of PA /ACNP practice.
Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians on cases.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Additional Information

Additional Information

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

To learn more about our system, please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.

For more information, please apply and/or contact Kelley Johnson, Physician & APP Recruiter at kelley.johnson@mainehealth.org

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