NP/PA, Colorectal Surgery, Emory Decatur Hospital at Emory Healthcare

Decatur, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Evaluation, Patient Treatment, Medical Documentation, Patient Interviews, Health Assessments, Physical Examinations, Diagnostic Procedures, Care Plans, Treatment Prescription, Laboratory Tests

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Emory Healthcare is where belonging meets purpose. Our Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners are an integral part of the Emory Healthcare integrated academic health care system. Some highlights of joining the Emory Healthcare team: Position is eligible for annual APP incentive plan. Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs. Paid Parental Leave benefit available to all qualified employees. Family-focused benefits. Wellness incentives. Comprehensive health benefits that start Day 1 Description Our Emory Decatur Hospital Colorectal Surgery team is growing and we are looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team. Responsibilities include: Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients. Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records. Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems. Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes. Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment. Orders, schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program. Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body, or Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia. May require at least one year of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties. BLS and Healthcare Provider certifications required. ACLS may be required in some areas. Nurse Practitioner candidates must be Acute Care certified (ACNP or AGACNP) for inpatient roles within Emory Healthcare Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will assist in the evaluation and treatment of patients, document care delivery, and conduct patient interviews. They will also perform physical examinations and assist in diagnosing medical problems and developing care plans.