Job Description

Summary

About WakeMed: Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. 

Position Information: The Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) will work under the general supervision of their Medical Director, all physician partners, and their APP Manager, in WakeMed Physician Practices to deliver competent medical care to patients at WakeMed. This position can consist of both inpatient and outpatient care depending on the needs of the service and is outlined in the clinical job expectations. This may include the completion of referrals, consults, daily patient rounds, daily notes, discharge summaries, procedures, clinic notes, pre and post-procedure care, prescribing, and patient care follow-ups. Will work closely with other healthcare providers in a collaborative multidisciplinary approach to maximize the care we provide to our patients. As a healthcare professional, will function as an educator for PA/NP/CNM/DO students from healthcare education programs. Within this position, the PA or NP will maintain the scope of practice to be consistent with the policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines governed by the North Carolina Medical Board and any other federal or state regulatory agencies, as well as the policies and procedures of WakeMed. Additional certifications such as Advanced Life Support may be required based on the clinical area of practice, this will be outlined in the clinical job expectations and reviewed annually during the annual review process. The PA or NP understands the needs of the organization and supports the mission, values, and management of WakeMed.

Experience Requirements: 1 Year Clinical - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Preferred

Education Required: Bachelor's Degree Physician Assistant Required - And Master's Degree Physician Assistant Preferred; Bachelor's Degree Nursing Required - And Master's Degree Nursing Preferred

Licensure/Certification Requirements: Licensed Physician Assistant or Registered Nurse And Nurse Practitioner Required; Basic Life Support Required within 6 Months of Hire

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Weekend Requirements: Every Other

Call Requirements: Yes

Skills
  • Care Delivery
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