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Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner-Urology

Beacon Health System · Kalamazoo, MI · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time

Position Summary

Join a highly engaged, mission-driven team providing comprehensive care in a dedicated Clinic or Hospital setting. You will work closely with committed physicians who prioritize mentorship, professional development, and team-based learning. This role offers an opportunity to collaborate with staff members to support seamless patient care. You will make a meaningful impact serving as a trusted partner to patients and families navigating health care needs.

Responsibilities

  • Works within their approved scope of practice.
  • Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients.
  • Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
  • Performs a complete physical exam and records findings.
  • Collaborates with physicians in managing the medical needs of patients.
  • Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
  • Educates and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention.
  • Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
  • Supports patient access and care coordination through triage, follow-up, and management of urgent situations.
  • Coordinates and delivers primary care in collaboration with the Practice Site Physician.
  • Supports BMG programs by participating in health education, maintaining related records, and preparing statistical reports as needed.
  • Assists in the development and coordination of ongoing education and follow-up programs designed to measure client outcomes.

Organizational Responsibilities

  • Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
  • Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
  • Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
  • Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout the fiscal year.
  • Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
  • Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patients and self.
  • Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
  • Complies with established organization and department policies.
  • Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Education/Licensure/Certification

  • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Current, valid state licensure and appropriate certification (NCCPA or ANCC/AANP) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Verified by local Credentialing Office.
  • BLS obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date if required.
  • American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications if required.

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