Family Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - PRN

Responsible for providing care to patients in the clinic following established clinical standards and practices. Works autonomously as well as collaboratively with the entire clinic team to ensure the delivery of high quality and efficient healthcare.

Reports to Medical Director.

Department: Primary Care

Worker Status: PRN, Hourly

Location: Wendover, Utah

Work Schedule: To Be Determined with the availability of 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday through Friday. Typically, a 12‑hour shift.

Additional Information: Due to the remote location of this position, limited housing accommodations and transportation assistance may be available for employees working in Wendover, Utah, based on operational needs and availability.

The Successful Candidate:

• Oversees and directs the care of patients.
• Recognizes, reports, and documents changes in patient’s psychological, behavioral, and medical status as they occur.
• Obtains and documents complete medical history and physical examination of patients.
• Interprets and integrates data to determine and order appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures or specialty referrals.
• Manages medical and surgical needs of patients in accordance with scope of practice and established credentialing agreements.
• Reconciles patient medication and allergies.
• Assesses patient’s understanding and addresses any barriers to medication and therapeutic compliance.
• Administers medications and injections according to established practice protocols and performs other clinical functions as needed.
• Provides patient education.
• Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention.
• Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Educates patient and family regarding medications and treatment options and corresponding instructions.
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information.
• Posts patient labs and imaging study results according to practice policy.
• Documents in a timely fashion.
• Triages patient telephone calls and provides consultation.
• Provides monitoring and continuity of care between provider visits.
• Assists management in onboarding care staff and provides competency checks as directed.
• Participates in after-hours call as required by work setting.
• Maintains complete and accurate medical records in a timely manner.
• Promotes patient satisfaction in all clinical settings.
• Renews all required licenses and completes required educational courses timely.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Maintains professional level of conduct regarding attitude and communication with staff and patients.
• Understands and adheres to prescribing and scope of practice regulations as required by state.
• Reads, understands, and adheres to all Sacred Circle Health Care Policies and Procedures.
• Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values Statements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Family Nurse Practitioner Education:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing; and successful completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

Experience:

• At least 1 year of experience in a clinical setting as a Nurse Practitioner and/or at least 2 years of previous work as an RN prior to nurse practitioner school.

Certification / License:

• Possession of a valid DEA number.
• Possession of a State Registered Nurse License with the ability to prescribe controlled substances is required (APRN, APRN‑CS).
• Possession of an active National Certification from an accrediting board (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners – AANP, American Nurses Credentialing Center Commission on Certification – ANCC, Pediatric Nurse Certification Board – PNCB, etc.).
• BLS Provider/CPR.

Other (Preferred):

• Experience working with the Native American community.
• Experience in an acute or emergency care setting.

Physician Assistant Education:

• At least one (1) year working in a clinical setting as a Physician Assistant.

Experience:

• At least one (1) year working in a clinical setting as a Physician Assistant.

Certification / License:

• Possession of a valid DEA number.
• A state license to practice medicine.
• Possession of an active National Certification credential Physician Assistant‑Certified (PA‑C).
• BLS Provider/CPR.

Other (Preferred):

• Experience working with the Native American community.
• Experience in an acute or emergency care setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of up to date, evidence‑based clinical care including diagnosis, treatment, and procedures.
• Knowledge of limitations in scope and ability to ask for assistance from supervising physician when needed.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of care.
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non‑pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patient in correct usage.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, systems, and objectives.
• Ability to use computers, applications, and phone systems, including their use in telehealth appointments.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to plan and organize.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of existing methods and procedures.
• Ability to operate office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, clinical and administrative staff, and the public.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and policies and procedures.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate with an interpreter.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• SCHC malpractice coverage, as applicable
• Retirement matching to invest in your future