What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner -OR- Physician Assistant - Cardiology position at University of Missouri Healthcare?
The University of Missouri School of Medicine
Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology
Nurse Practitioner -OR- Physician Assistant
The School of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, is pleased to announce an opening for a Nurse Practitioner – Specialty Care and/or Physician Assistant Specialty Care to join their expanding team.
This position will provide medical care predominantly in the cardiology clinic setting.
Job Details:
- Independently provide professional medical support services by collaborating with physicians and other staff to promote team-based patient care.
- Educate and set treatment plans, ensuring adherence to therapies. Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly. Acts as a resource person for patients, families, nursing staff and other health care professionals in area of expertise.
- Effectively intercedes with families and patients and resolve concerns related to the delivery of health care services.
- Demonstrate a high level of autonomy and expert skills in the diagnosis and treatment of actual and potential health problems.
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments and demonstrate high level of autonomy and expert skill in the diagnosis and treatment of actual and potential health problems.
- Orders/performs diagnostic procedures; monitors patient condition, lab values and results of diagnostic procedures, and develop treatment goals.
- Obtain and document a complete and focused history and physical and be able to relate other aspects of medical information to the surgeons and physicians.
- Assists in the identification of trends related to patients and participates in quality improvement activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in adult Cardiovascular Medicine preferred.
NURSE PRACTITIONER SPECIALTY CARE (6435)
- Master of Science in Nursing degree.
- Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.
- Must be granted a “Document of Recognition” from the Missouri Board of Nursing.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT SPECIALTY CARE (6804)
- Physicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.
Employees of the University of Missouri and University of Missouri Healthcare are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
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Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at U.M. System Total Rewards Benefits
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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.
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Vaccination Statement
After careful consideration of COVID-19 virus trends and the overwhelming evidence of COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness, the School of Medicine, along with MU Health Care, the Sinclair School of Nursing and the School of Health Professions, recently announced the decision to require COVID-19 vaccinations by Oct. 1, 2021, for all employees, unless granted a medical or religious exemption.
All new hires will be required to submit proof of vaccination prior to your start date. If you would like to request a medical or religious exemption, you must do so upon acceptance of employment so our team has time to review prior to your scheduled start date. You will not be allowed to begin work until you have submitted proof of vaccination or received an approved medical or religious exemption.
Thank you for helping us to create the safest environment possible for our colleagues, students and our patients by protecting yourself and others through COVID-19 vaccination.
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