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Healthcare

Description

Physician Assistant (PA) / Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Position Summary:

Assist in the medical care of all patients in a broad spectrum of general practice and emergency services. The PA/NP provides comprehensive direct patient care in accordance with their scope of licensure, supports quality improvement efforts, and practices in alignment with the mission and values of Cross Road Health Ministries, Inc. (CRHM).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs duties as a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, including comprehensive patient care of patients in clinic.

Participates in medical staff and administrative meetings, and carries out assigned or delegated duties.

Maintains current certifications and licensure as required by the State of Alaska and national certification boards.

Attends and completes required continuing education and obtains CME credits as required.

Performs initial and ongoing assessments that reflect a thorough understanding of pathophysiology and disease processes, addressing physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational needs.

Develops plans of care reflecting patient needs and expected outcomes.

Implements effective clinical interventions based on sound clinical judgment.

Evaluates the effectiveness of care and revises the care plan based on patient outcomes.

Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to provide high-quality care.

Communicates professionally and effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to promote positive outcomes.

Complies with all CRHM policies and procedures.

Maintains timely and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record system.

Understands and supports the CRHM mission and values.

Qualifications:

Current Alaska licensure as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (NP).

National certification from a recognized board (e.g., NCCPA for PAs or ANCC/AANP for NPs).

Current DEA registration (or eligibility).

Commitment to high-quality, faith-based, patient-centered care.

Strong communication and documentation skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills:

Able to perform procedures, techniques, and practices involved in providing all medical services.

Demonstrates emotional stability.

Maintains high professional standards of ethical conduct.

Exhibits interest in continual professional growth and development.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary, based on licensure and credentialing status.

Up to 10 days paid CME leave annually and up to $2,500 in reimbursable CME expenses (pre-approval required).

Licensure reimbursement: Alaska, DEA, and CLIA license fees covered.

Malpractice coverage under Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA), with supplemental liability insurance provided.

Employment Terms:

Annual contract, renewable unless otherwise notified.

Exclusive service to CRHM during scheduled hours.

Subject to CRHM grievance and mediation policies for contract disputes or terminations.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Location
Cross Road Medical Center

Salary

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EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hiring Manager(s)

About the Organization
CROSS ROAD HEALTH MINISTRIES, Inc.
'Show the love of the Lord Jesus Christ through accessible quality health care."

Position Requirements

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education/Experience:

• Graduate of an approved and accredited Nurse Practitioner/Physician assistant program
• Proven competence by experience and recommendation. A minimum of 5-year background in nursing, 1 year experience as NP/PA preferred.
• Current license to practice in the State of Alaska.

Other Skills: Ability to read and comprehend detailed instructions, correspondence and memos. Should have effective oral, written, and telephonic communication skills, including excellent verbal and telephone etiquette. Exceptional customer service, time management, and multi-tasking skills are required. Computer skills are needed.

Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, grasp, handle or feel and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to use and operate medical instruments or devices, sit, stand, walk, see, speak, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to kneel, climb stairs, climb or balance. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, and rarely lift more than 50 pounds (ie moving or positioning a patient). This is an OSHA Category 1 job, which requires safe practices in the handling and exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases or tissues.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

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Healthcare Provider

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