Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant-HH Research Park Clinic-PT
About the role
The APP (NP/PA) provides comprehensive direct patient care and scholarly practice including obtaining comprehensive patient histories, performing complete physical examinations, ordering and performing diagnostic testing and screening, diagnosing illness, prescribing both pharmacological and other treatments for patients, and providing health maintenance and promotion interventions such as patient and family education and counseling. Also, the APP assumes accountability for indirect care responsibilities, which support patient care including staff and student education, clinical research if applicable, program development, and quality improvement. Assists in clerical functions as necessary.
Responsibilities
- Obtaining comprehensive patient histories
- Performing complete physical examinations
- Ordering and performing diagnostic testing and screening
- Diagnosing illness
- Prescribing both pharmacological and other treatments for patients
- Providing health maintenance and promotion interventions
- Assisting with staff and student education
- Assisting with clinical research if applicable
- Assisting with program development
- Assisting with quality improvement initiatives
- Aiding in clerical functions as needed
Requirements
- Completion of Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Master's of Science program from an accredited college or university
- Successfully completed a National Certification Exam for NP/PA
- Current registration through the Alabama board of Nursing and/or Board of Medical Examiners
- BLS certification required by the end of the orientation period
Qualifications
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly
- Works well with others in a team environment
- Previous experience with electronic medical records preferred
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and adapt to changing tasks
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Electronic medical record proficiency
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Retirement plans with employer matching
- Nurse residency program
- Tuition assistance
- Student loan reimbursement
- On-site training and education opportunities
- Employee discounts
Pay
Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Variety of shifts available to accommodate your schedule.
Highlights of our hospitals
- Named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report
- 971 beds, specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and Level 1 Trauma Center
- Certified Primary Stroke Center
- Multiple medical and step-down units for continuous skill growth
- Continuing education opportunities and shared governance program
- Nursing residency program and employee discounts
Life in Huntsville
- Beautiful city with a strong military presence
- High quality of life and low cost of living
- Access to recreational activities and cultural events
Contact Information
To learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System careers, visit careers.hhsys.org.