Nurse Practitioner; NP​/Physician Assistant; PA-C

Job Description

ARA Health Specialists, located in the mountains of western North Carolina, is seeking a certified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join its existing APPs. Responsibilities include performing fluoroscopy (including contrast GI studies, lumbar punctures, myelograms, intrathecal chemotherapy injections, joint aspirations, steroid injections, arthrograms, GI tube placements), ultrasound directed biopsies (fine needle aspiration, core biopsies), paracentesis, thoracentesis, chest tubes, aspirations and drain placement.

Clinic responsibilities include performing hospital consults and rounding, pre and post procedural assessments. Strong clinical abilities and effective communication skills are required. Previous radiology experience and NC licensure is preferred.

ARA Health Specialists is one of North Carolina's leading multi-specialty medical practices. Our multidisciplinary team includes 65+ board-certified physicians (radiologists, vascular surgeons, neuro-interventional and peripheral-interventional radiologists), care coordinators and advanced practice providers focused on delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care that improves well-being and expertly guides our patients' wellness journey.

Excellent work hours, competitive salary and benefits are offered. Mail CV and cover letter to ARA, Attn: HR Dept., PO Box 2679, Asheville, NC 28802. No calls from recruiters or placement agencies please. ARA Health Specialists is an EOE.

• BS degree with Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certification and fully licensed by the state of North Carolina
• Current CPR certification
• Excellent telephone and electronic medical record documentation skills
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, adaptability, dependability and work independently with little supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively perform job duties
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to be an efficient, cooperative team member
• Must possess the ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment

Previous experience (one year or more) as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in an interventional radiology hospital setting is preferred.

Please note:

Up to 6 months of on-the-job training is potentially necessary to become proficient in most phases of this position.

• Health Insurance (HDHP w/ HSA or PPO)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Various Other Optional Plans
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Type: Full-time

• Radiology

• 8 Hour shifts
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

• Master's (Preferred)

• Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Work Location:

Multiple locations

Western North Carolina is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the US. Use your ample time off to spend time with family and friends enjoying the vibrant Asheville restaurant and arts scene, along with endless outdoor activities in the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. Our regional airport easily connects you to the rest of the world, and you'll have plenty of time to enjoy whatever travel destinations you choose.

Please submit a cover letter and CV to

D. Stepp or mail to: ARAHS ATTN:

D. Stepp, PO Box 2679, Asheville, NC 28802. EEO.