<p>In collaboration with physician(s), provide independent acute and/or routine medical care to a patients and families enrolled in Primary Care Medicine. Writes appropriate orders, if/when applicable. Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods. Coordinates the activities of patient care and support staff within the clinic. Writes progress notes in EMR indicating patient status and treatment procedures performed. Provides health education to patients, families, and/or community health practitioners and groups. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshop. May perform clinical research related to specific operations. Provides support and consultation in the event of public health outbreaks and/or emergencies. Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.</p> <p>Compensation:</p> <p>$30,000 annually for 12-month part-time (20 hour/week) appointment.</p> <p>Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Bachelor's degree; completion of an AMA approved Physician Assistant program; and Michigan state licensure and continued certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA). -OR- master's degree in nursing; licensure as a Certified Nurse Practitioner; licensure as a Registered Nurse.</p> </li><li> <p>BCLS Certification.</p> </li><li> <p>Five (5) years of experience caring for traditionally underserved vulnerable populations.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of drugs and their indications, contraindications, dosing, side effects, and proper administration.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to perform medical examinations using standard medical procedures.</p> </li><li> <p>Life support as required through privileging.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to educate patients and/or families as to the nature of disease and to provide instruction on proper care and treatment.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques issues, and approaches in area of expertise.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to communicate therapeutically with patients and families.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions.</p> </li><li> <p>Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of primary care principles and practices.</p> </li></ul> <p>Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>College Health Experience or other experience working in Higher Education. </li></ul> <p>Working Conditions:</p> <p>Clinical office environment. 20 hours per week.</p> <p>How to Apply:</p> <p>Attach your cover letter and resume. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact torreyes@gvsu.edu. If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu.</p> <p>Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.</p> <p>Application Deadline:</p> <p>Application review begins immediately. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.</p> <p>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).</p> <p>Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.</p>