Family Medicine Advanced Practice Provider

Where You'll Work

Dignity Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in the nation, is a growing organization with well-resourced, modern facilities and diverse practice opportunities. With more than 39 acute care hospitals in three states and 9,000 physicians, Dignity Health touches the lives of thousands of people and provides nearly $2 billion in charity care to the communities it serves.

Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles. DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

Nestled in the southeast corner of the Phoenix metropolitan area, Queen Creek, Arizona, offers a unique blend of rural charm and modern convenience. This vibrant community boasts a rich agricultural heritage, evident in its local farms and agritainment venues. Residents enjoy a high quality of life with access to excellent schools, numerous parks and recreational facilities, and a growing selection of shopping and dining options. Queen Creek is known for its strong sense of community, family-friendly atmosphere, and stunning views of the San Tan Mountains. Experience the best of both worlds in Queen Creek - a peaceful escape with easy access to the amenities of a major city. #HEC

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Family Medicine Advanced Practice Provider you will deliver exceptional primary care within our Family Medicine Department in Queen Creek, Arizona. This role offers unparalleled work-life balance within a supportive Dignity Health Medical Group environment.


In this role, you will provide compassionate and expert care, conducting thorough assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support the holistic well-being of your patients and their families.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate excellent clinical skills and have a dedication to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients. You will exhibit effective communication skills and thrive within a collegial and supportive environment.

• Flexibility to work 4 longer days or 5 regular
• After-hours Outpatient Call (by telephone only) is minimal (3-4 weeks/year)
• Outpatient: 36 patient-facing hours/week with scheduled patients and 4 hours per week dedicated administrative time to take care of "tail" of practice and engage in teaching, quality improvement, and service related activities
• Avg 18-24 patients per day on 8-hour outpatient days
• Great MA support + RN onsite
• Opportunities to get involved in both sponsor and investigator initiated research projects

In collaboration with the physician/medical director assumes clinical responsibility for tasks performed within the APP's scope of practice.

• Including but not limited to: taking patients' history, performing physical examinations, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, establishing diagnosis and providing care and management for common illnesses and disease prevention in the pediatric and adult patient
• The APP may assist in the admission transfer or discharge from the Health Care System
• Makes appropriate referrals to specialists and community agencies
• Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement programs
• Participate in teaching students (Physician Assistant Studies, Nurse Practitioner students, Medical Students as applicable) when caring for patients
• Participate in research, scholarly activity, and clinical innovation within scope of practice
• Works within a multidisciplinary team to develop plans for the patient and their family

We are offering a competitive salary, full benefits, CME allowance, Malpractice with tail coverage, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. We also offer a retirement plan with employer match. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for student loan repayment.


Job Requirements

Required

• Active or eligible license in the state of AZ as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• Current national board certification (ANCC, AANP, NCCPA)
• BLS certification
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in Family Medicine or Primary Care

Preferred

• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems; experience with Cerner is a plus
• Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies