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Physician Assistant/Neonatology/Iowa/Locum Tenens/Advanced PracticeProvider - PA/NP
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West Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50265, USA
Listed on 2026-01-02
Listing for:
Confidential
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
-
Nursing
Healthcare Nursing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Advanced Practice Provider
The Advanced Practice Provider provides healthcare services to patients under the direction and collaboration of a physician, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and invasive procedures within the mid-level provider’s scope of practice and privileges.
Clinic HoursMonday-Friday 8 am-4:30 pm
Compensation$,000 per year.
LocationWestminster, IA
Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Conduct patient exams, obtain medical history, record findings, and make preliminary diagnoses or recommend follow‑up care.
- Order, administer, and interpret diagnostic tests (x‑rays, EKGs, blood work, etc.).
- Perform therapeutic procedures such as immunizations, injections, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
- Exercise professional judgment regarding consultations with supervising physicians.
- Develop and implement patient care plans; counsel and instruct patients on treatment, progress, and follow‑up.
- Prescribe medications in accordance with state regulations and clinic policies.
- Provide health education on diet, family planning, mental health, and preventive care.
- Assist physicians with emergencies and.
- Maintain patient records, compile reports, and contribute to research and statistics as required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Completion of one of the following (required):
- 4-year Physician Assistant (PA) baccalaureate program + 1 year of clinical training, OR
- 2-year accredited PA program (following 2 years of undergraduate study) + 2 years of post‑program clinical training.
- Must maintain certification requirements:
- 100 hours of continuing medical education every 2 years.
- Recertification exam every 10 years (PA) or every 5 years (NP), unless otherwise required by governing boards.
- Accreditation by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for Physician Assistants.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare providers.
- Licensure/
Certifications: - Current state license (SD or NE, required).
- BCLS certification (required).
- ACLS certification (preferred).
- Current DEA license, unrestricted.
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
- Competency in providing care for all age groups: neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Clear communication skills in English (with or without reasonable accommodation).
- Use of both hands for handling and reaching.
- Frequent lifting/moving up to 10 lbs; occasional lifting/moving up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to push up to 300 lbs.
- Vision requirements: 20/20 vision (with or without corrective lenses), close vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short‑Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match)
- Bonusly (employee rewards & recognition)
- Daily Pay (on‑demand pay access)
Job Type: Full‑time
Pay: $ - $ per year
Work Location:
In person
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