Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Group Description

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 physician group serving the Arizona Service Area. Covering over 45 practice sites, complementing clinical services with translational and bench research, our integrated medical group employs in excess of 250 healthcare providers throughout the valley. Dignity Health Medical Group is continuously expanding in order to meet the needs of the growing patient population in Arizona. With a unified vision of becoming an organization where physicians, care teams and staff come to do their best work--and patients come for the best care--Dignity Health Medical Group is searching for exceptional talent that is patient focused and team-oriented, who can become a part of our mission-driven organization.

Community Description

Discover Maricopa, Arizona – a dynamic and thriving community that seamlessly blends desert charm with modern convenience. Located just a short drive from the cultural and economic hub of Phoenix, Maricopa offers an unparalleled lifestyle. Imagine coming home to a city known for its friendly atmosphere, top-rated schools, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, from scenic hiking trails to championship golf courses. With a diverse and growing population, a strong sense of community, and plentiful sunshine year-round, Maricopa is the perfect place to build your life and embrace the Arizona way of living.

Dignity Health Medical Group is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic team in Maricopa, Arizona.

Opportunity Highlights:

• 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.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the State of Arizona.
• Current national board certification (ANCC, AANP, NCCPA).
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in Family Medicine or Primary Care.
• Demonstrate experience or strong interest in telehealth/virtual care delivery.
• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems; experience with Cerner is a plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Comfortable working with patients virtually and assessing conditions without a direct physical examination when appropriate.