APRN​/PA - IMSL Rheumatology Clinic

Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health:
  Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement:
  Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

This posting will fill with either an APRN or PA. The Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant works collaboratively with a physician and multidisciplinary health team to provide comprehensive care to outpatients. The APRN/PA is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, education, health promotion, and care coordination for patients and families with acute and chronic health needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• APRN:
  Master's Degree in Nursing – Family Medicine, Three (3) years of nursing experience, Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas, APRN License, 1 year of APRN experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic or Rheumatology preferred
• PA:
  Master's Degree – Physician Assistant, 1 year of PA experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic or Rheumatology clinic, PA

Preferred Qualifications:

• APRN: DNP, 3 years of nursing experience, 3 years of APRN experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic, or Rheumatology
• PA: 3 years of PA experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic, or Rheumatology clinic

Responsibilities:

• Extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians.
• Provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, prescribe medical treatments, and manage health issues for patients in collaboration with the designated physician(s).
• Work autonomously, as well as, in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients' health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.
• Coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, and assuring that care is timely and appropriate.
• Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.
• Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
• Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
• Extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians.
• Other duties as assigned.

Constant Physical Activity:
Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically

Frequent Physical Activity:
Stand

Occasional Physical Activity:
Bend, sit, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead

Lift/Carry Weight: 11 - 25 Lbs. or more

Push/Pull Weight: 100 Lbs. or more

Physical Environment:
Inside medical Facility

Noise Level: Moderate

Visual Requirements:
Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity Near visual acuity

Hazards:
Biological, Dust, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

Salary Information: "Commensurate with Education and Experience"

Required Documents to Apply:
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact ask recruitment for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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