Nurse Practitioner​/Physician Assistant

Position Title: Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Position Type: Regular

Job Number: SA85224

Full or Part Time: full-time 40 hours weekly

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification: Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range: $120,000 - $123,000

Pay Range Information: Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors.

The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Job Description

Summary:

The Nurse Practitioner/Physician’s Assistant works collaboratively in the Student Health Center with a multidisciplinary team whose primary responsibility is providing quality health care services for students of Chapman University, in accordance with standards of professional practice and ethical conduct. The Physician Assistant performs diagnostic, therapeutic, preventative and health maintenance services under the direction and supervision of a physician. The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant maintains accurate and complete medical records, and maintains strict confidentiality of clinical, social, financial or other student data in compliance with university, state and federal guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Provide quality health care services for student illness/injury within the scope of physician assistant practice and established Student Health Center policies and procedures:
• Obtain detailed and accurate medical histories from student.
• Perform appropriate physical examinations, formulate diagnosis and treatment plan under physician supervision and record in the patient file.
• Perform and/or interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Perform procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care.
• Provide continuity of care in the management of the student’s illness and injury under the supervision of a physician.
• Instruct and counsel student regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
• Provide first aid, evaluations and/or referral of student employee occupational injuries in compliance with University, state and federal guidelines.
• Prescribe medications and other treatment in accordance with the standardized procedures.
• Provide and counsel on medications including correct usage and side effects.
• Maintain accurate records of pharmaceutical use.
• Facilitate referrals to other health and social service agencies when appropriate.
• Promote health and wellness in areas of lifestyle and behavior that enhance physical, psychological and social well-being.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current, unrestricted California Physician Assistant license in good standing issued by the California Physician Assistant Board.
• Successful completion of the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).

• Graduate degree (Master’s, Post-Master’s Certificate, or Doctor of Nursing Practice) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current, unrestricted California Registered Nurse license and California Nurse Practitioner certification in good standing.

For Both:

• Current DEA registration (or ability to obtain prior to start date).
• Current furnishing/prescribing authority consistent with California law.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification;
  Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required depending on setting.
• Ability to obtain and maintain clinical privileges.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
• Experience using electronic health records (EHRs).

Desired

Qualifications:

• Three (3) or more years of experience in college health, primary care, family practice, urgent care, or ambulatory care settings.
• Experience providing healthcare services to adolescents, emerging adults, and young adult populations (typically ages 18–25).
• Experience working…