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Overview
nProvide healthcare to individuals and families. Assess and manage the health care needs and issues within primary care, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses. Function as part of the provider team to deliver the highest quality and safest patient care in a variety of settings. Will assume primary responsibility for patient care for a panel of patients.
nResponsibilities
nnnAbide by the New London Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws for the Professional Staff and Code of Conduct.
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nnObtain comprehensive or focused history and perform physical exam.
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nnDetermine and order appropriate screening and diagnostic tests and studies.
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nnObtain informed consent for treatment diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and studies.
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nnInterpret and evaluate test and study results.
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nnDevelop and implement treatment plans based on relevant findings.
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nnPrescribe medications, treatments and medical devices in accordance within scope of practice and applicable rules and regulations.
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nnInitiate referrals to other providers as necessary.
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nnInitiate admission/discharge of patients as indicated (APPs do not have admitting privileges).
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nnProvide consultation to patients in accordance within scope of practice.
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nnComplete appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
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nnProvide patient and family-centered care.
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nnProvide education and counseling regarding the management of acute and chronic illnesses and injuries. Encourage behavioral change and assist with self-management skills to improve overall health, within scope of practice.
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nnDemonstrate advocacy that insure the patient's right to privacy, confidentiality and informed consent.
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nnServe as a preceptor/mentor for new Advanced Practice Providers (APP) APP students and medical students.
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nnAssume responsibility to maintain current licensure as a PA and DEA registration.
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nnAttend continuing education programs to ensure ongoing professional growth and development.
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nnMaintain current Physician Delegation Agreement.
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nnPerform other duties as required or assigned.
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n nQualifications
nnnGraduate of an accredited Physician Assistant academic program with appropriate training in area of specialization
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nnCertification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
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nnMinimum of 2 years working in a medical office or hospital setting as a physician assistant preferred
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n nRequired Licensure/Certifications
nREQUIRED LICENSE(S):
n• Licensed PA with NH eligibility
n• DEA LicenseREQUIRED CERTIFICATION(S):
n• (BLS) Basic Life Support
nnnArea of Interest:Advanced Practice Provider
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nnPay Range:$112,361.60/Yr. - $132,953.60/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
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nnFTE/Hours per pay period:1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
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nnShift:Day
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nnJob ID:41444
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n nDartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more:Benefits | NLH Careers
nDartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
nDartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may assistance.
nDartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. We do not exclude or treat people differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
Worksite address
new london, NH, 03257, US
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