Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Nurse Practitioner/Physicians AssistantKaniksu Community Health is a non-profit, award winning Community Health Center that provides integrated, team-based healthcare in north Idaho. Patients consider us their partner in healthcare, over the course of their life and the spectrum of their health needs. From prevention and wellness to medical, dental, and behavioral health. From pediatric to geriatrics, we believe that quality healthcare should be accessible, approachable and affordable for everyone.We don't just say it. We prove it.In one year we decreased the rate of patients with uncontrolled diabetes by 20%.We rank in the top 10% of CHC's in the country for clinical quality.We report the highest level of control in the state for our hypertensive population.The benefits of working for KCH include:Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insuranceFlexible schedule, with the option of 4x10s, or 5x8sPTOTuition reimbursement4% 401K employer matchIn-house medical, dental, or behavioral health servicesOpportunity for bonus incentive depending on patient volumeAs a Nurse Practitioner/Physicians Assistant, a typical day might in the family practice department include:Deliver comprehensive care to individuals of all agesExamine individuals to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptomsPrescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administrationPrescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalitiesPrepare and administer vaccines according to the governmental vaccination planManage overall patient care including treating minor injuries and illnesses, such as sprains, cuts, cold symptoms, flu, and UTIsDiagnose, monitor, and document patients' progress and conditionIdentify and refer patients to the appropriate specialists, if neededQualifications needed:3-5 years experience providing comprehensive care across all age groups, including infants, children, and adults, is required.Graduation from an accredited SchoolCan be cleared through the National Practitioner DatabaseCurrently Licensed (State of Idaho) as a NP or PACurrent DEA license is requiredWorking knowledge of the basic principles of health, illness, and wellness including current best practice in effective delivery of preventive and primary health care and health education to low-income and special needs populations.Proven clinical competence and outcome-effective experience providing primary and preventive health services.Skill in family medicine / primary care delivery and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with patients and staff.Experience with rural community health care, public health principles and practices desired.Strong written and interpersonal communication skills, creative thinker and a proven collaborator.