Advanced Practice Clinician (NP / PA)

This Work Matters!

Do you have a passion for professional, comprehensive specialized nursing?

Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of patients?

Do you strive to make a difference in your community?

This recruitment will be used to fill Advanced Practice Clinician vacancies within Integrated Clinical Services. The clinics include:

• East County Health Center
• Mid County Health Center
• Fernhill Health Center
• North Portland Health Center
• Northeast Health Center
• Southeast Health Center

Future Opportunities: Applying for this posting will give you the opportunity to be placed on the eligible list for future positions as they become available. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular, full or part time, temporary, on call and limited duration assignments.

This position qualifies for various Loan Repayment options

Integrated Clinical Services provides quality health services for people who experience barriers to accessing care. The division operates medical and dental clinics, outreach programs, and provides health services in the county's jails and juvenile detention facility.

As an Advanced Practice Clinician you will provide professional, comprehensive specialized nursing services with an emphasis on prevention of disease and promotion of health. The Advanced Practice Clinician establishes a therapeutic relationship with a diversity of patients, including refugees and low-income populations.

Required:

The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND

2. Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following:

• Demonstrate your experience working with diverse vulnerable populations; and
• How you meet the qualifications for this position; and
• Why you are interested in the position

To Qualify

Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Masters degree or equivalent in nursing from an accredited college or university
• Possession of a valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certificate
• License to practice as a Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant in the State of Oregon
• CPR/BLS certification
• DEA certification

Preferred Special Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of general medicine and surgery;
• Demonstrated knowledge of methods and techniques of diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases and injuries;
• Ability to effectively screen and gather required information in a professional, culturally competent and customer service oriented manner;
• Ability to motivate clients through discussion and persuasion;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities;
• Ability to maintain composure and work objectively with clients who may be hostile or verbally abusive.
• Minimum 1 year working as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter: Christopher Bogan

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