Geriatrics

Job Description

“Position Brief:

Campbell County Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (PA or APRN) to join the Department of Geriatrics to support health services in two locations: a rural outpatient practice and in a residential long-term care facility.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background and experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of geriatric illnesses and chronic disease with a focus on comprehensive patient care and quality of life. This full-time position involves working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals within the hospital-based system to provide high-quality medical services, ensuring the best outcomes for our patients.

Responsibilities:
* 1.0 FTE clinician alternating weeks between in a typical 5-day M-F workweek outpatient clinic and working in the residential long-term care facility
* Care for adult patients in the outpatient and residential long-term care setting
* One in three telephonic call for nurse advise at the LTC facility.
* Develop and maintain a high standard of medical practice and clinical competency
* Recognize and appropriately respond to medical emergencies as needed
* Conduct complete or focused patient examinations to include necessary history and physical examinations
* Conduct or order, interpret, and evaluate appropriate diagnostic testing to include initial interpretation of electrocardiography and routine radiologic imaging as training allows
* Diagnose, formulate treatment plans, and treat a wide range of adult conditions and diseases common to the primary care setting
* Conduct minor surgical procedures (i.e. laceration repair, I&D, and removal of foreign bodies from eye, ear, nose) needing no more than infiltrative anesthesia or peripheral nerve blocks
* Provide comprehensive and continuous care for patients, including preventive care and disease prevention strategies
* Refer patients to their primary care provider or medical specialists as necessary
* Adhere to all relevant medical protocols and procedures
* Stay informed or conduct literature research as needed on the latest advancements in Geriatric Medicine to improve patient health outcomes and healthcare delivery
* Promote and shepherd innovative enterprise practices and changes in standards of care within the Geriatric Medicine specialty
* Conduct ad hoc or informal instructional interactions with peers or clinical subordinates when required to ensure the optimal delivery of patient care
* Participate in team meetings and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient needs are met
* Maintain accurate patient records and ensure patient confidentiality

Qualifications:
* If an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN):
* Hold a Master of Science in Advanced Practice Nursing from an approved program
* Hold/obtain and maintain National APRN Certification
* Hold/obtain and maintain APRN licensure in the State of Wyoming
* If a Physician Assistant/Associate (PA):
* Hold a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from an approved program or 5+ years’ experience as a PA
* Hold/obtain and maintain board certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
* Hold /obtain and maintain an unrestricted PA licensure in the State of Wyoming
* Hold/obtain and maintain an unrestricted Wyoming Controlled Substance Registration from the Wyoming Board of Pharmacy
* Hold/obtain and maintain unrestricted WY-designated DEA registration
* Hold/obtain and maintain a current Basic Life Support certificate
* Hold/obtain and maintain medical staff privileges at Campbell County Health
* Have and maintain a strong understanding of the principles and practices of Internal Medicine
* Have and maintain excellent patient care skills and dedication to patient wellness

Current Clinical Practice Group:
* 1 Geriatric Physician
* 1 other APP

Compensation:
* Competitive base salary + bonuses + incentives

Candidate may be eligible for any or all of the following Incentives:
* Paid Time Off
* Production Bonus
* Quality Bonus
* Student or Home Loan Repayment Incentive
* Sign-on Incentive
* Relocation Incentive
* Immigration Assistance
* 403b match
* 457b
* Paid CME
* Malpractice insurance
* Dental/Vision/Health/Life/Disability insurance
* J1 and H1B visa eligible position

About Campbell County Health:

Campbell County Health began as Campbell County Memorial Hospital in 1953 as a 31-bed community hospital. Since then, Campbell County Health has become affiliated with the University of Colorado Health system, grown to a 90-bed licensed facility with over 25 specialty service lines in 6 locations serving patients across Campbell, Crook, Weston & Johnson counties in northeast Wyoming.

The Community:

Gillette, known as the energy capital of the world, has an abundance of natural resources from coal and oil to grazing land and clean, open spaces. Situated in northeastern WY, Gillette is home to about 33,000 people who enjoy no state taxes, a low cost of living, and an excellent quality of life. It is conveniently located within 2-3 hours of Rapid City, South Dakota; Billings, Montana; and Casper, Wyoming.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 403(b) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Loan repayment program
* Paid time off
* Relocation assistance
* Retirement plan
* Visa sponsorship
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
* On call

Ability to Commute:
* Gillette, WY 82716 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Gillette, WY 82716: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person”