Physicians Assistant

Job Details

Job Location:

Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845

Morris County Hospital (MCH) is seeking an Advance Practice Provider (PA-C or APRN) to continue MCH’s efforts in providing high quality, primary care to its Chase County patients.

Since the mid‑1990’s, MCH has played a key role in supporting the Chase County clinic and providing medical services in the community. MCH is looking for an Advanced Practice Provider to continue this legacy at the MCH‑Chase County clinic.

MCH’s Chase County clinic is located in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas; the historic county seat of Chase County. In the “Heart of the Flint Hills” Cottonwood Falls and the Chase County community offer a mix of small‑town charm, history, and outdoor recreation with breathtaking views.

A Rural Health Clinic Advanced Practice Provider provides comprehensive primary care—diagnosing and treating conditions, managing chronic diseases, prescribing medications, and performing office procedures. In collaboration with the RHC supervising physician, the Advance Practice Provider will perform a broad range of medical services.

• Direct Patient Care
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  Conduct comprehensive histories, physical exams, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic illnesses for all ages.
• Diagnostic & Treatment Planning
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  Order and interpret labs and imaging; develop and implement individualized plans; prescribe medications and therapies.
• Procedures
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  Perform standard clinical procedures such as joint injections, suturing of lacerations, biopsies, removal of superficial foreign bodies, and wound care.
• Patient Education
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  Counsel on wellness, prevention, and disease management.
• Collaboration & Referrals
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  Consult with supervising physicians, refer to specialists when needed, and manage inpatient admissions.
• Emergency Response
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  Assist or initiate life‑saving measures in emergencies such as cardiac arrest or hemorrhage.
• Community Health
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  Focus on preventive care and address unique rural health needs.

Key aspects of this position include strong assessment skills, autonomy within scope, and a focus on community health. The Advance Practice Provider is expected to maintain accurate, timely documentation via MCH’s electronic health record system as directed in institutional bylaws.

• Graduate of an AMA‑approved Physician Assistant or an accredited APRN Nurse Practitioner training program.
• Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed by the Kansas State Board of Health or Kansas State Board of Nursing.
• Three or more years of experience in urgent care, emergency, or primary care (preferred).
• Passionate about patient‑centered care and possesses strong communication skills.