Urgent Care PA or NP

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin. BETTER TOGETHER

.50 FTE/ 20 hours per week
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner located in Urgent Care at Capitol Clinic

POSITION SUMMARY

The Physician Assistant provides outpatient care under the supervision of physicians consistent with relevant GHC-SCW policies and procedures and limited to the role of a physician assistant as defined by the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. The Physician Assistant functions as an independent healthcare provider with an advanced degree of knowledge, skill and expertise in history taking, physical exam, treatment and clinical care management of members. The Nurse Practitioner provides patient education, assessment and treatment to members. The Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin's physicians to assist in providing care and treatment for members. The position works under the general direction, guidance, and supervision of the Clinic Medical Director, with additional accountabilities to the collaborating physicians, and the Senior Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer.

The Nurse Practitioner functions as an independent healthcare provider with an advanced degree of knowledge, skill and expertise in history taking, physical exam, treatment and clinical care management of members. The Nurse Practitioner provides patient education, assessment and treatment to members. The Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin's physicians to assist in providing care and treatment for members. The position works under the general direction, guidance, and supervision of the Clinic Medical Director, with additional accountabilities to the collaborating physicians, and the Senior Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer.

Our clinicians play a vital role in delivering accessible, high quality and person-centered care to our members. We're looking for individuals who embody the cooperative spirit and are committed to excellence, teamwork, integrity and outstanding service. Check us out by clicking on Many Talents, One Mission! The Benefits of Working at GHC-SCW.

JOB SPECIFIC MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Physician Assistant:

1. Bachelor of Science degree in an accredited Physician Assistant program required.
2. Physician Assistant Certification by the State of Wisconsin under the rules of the Medical Examining Board required.
3. Current (or ability to attain) membership in professional Physician Assistant organization(s) required.

Nurse Practitioner:

1. Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing with specialty preparation as a Nurse Practitioner. Certification complementary to practice area is required.
2. Valid State of Wisconsin license to practice as a Registered Nurse and as a Nurse Practitioner required. Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber certification is desirable but not required.

The incumbent knows and abides by all Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin (GHC-SCW) organizational and departmental policies, sets personal standards and strives for high quality work in completing assignments, performs job duties in a timely manner, and represents the organization in a positive manner. The incumbent understands our Mission, Vision, and Common Values (stated below) and is committed to promote these values in behavior and attitude.

Our Mission Statement:
We partner with members and the communities we serve to maximize health and well-being.

Our Vision:
As a local, not-for-profit, member-owned Cooperative, we are the most trusted resource for lifelong health and well-being in the communities we serve.

Our Values:
We are a not-for-profit Cooperative
We are member-centered
We are equitable and inclusive
We are quality-driven
We are innovative
We are community involved

We believe:
Healthcare is a human right.
In treating all people with dignity and respect.
There is strength in diversity.
Equity celebrates our humanity.
We are better together.

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. GHC-SCW considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.