Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Full time 1.0 FTE

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner located Primary Care at our Capitol Clinic.

The Physician Assistant position provides outpatient care in a primary care setting under the supervision of physicians consistent with relevant GHC-SCW policies and procedures and limited to the role of a physician assistant as defined by the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. The Physician Assistant functions as a healthcare provider with an advanced degree of knowledge, skill and expertise in history taking, physical exam, medical evaluation, treatment and clinical care management of members. The Physician Assistant serves under the general administrative supervision and direction of the Clinic Site Chief with additional accountabilities to Staff Physicians and the Chief of Staff MD

1. Bachelor of Science degree in an accredited Physician Assistant program required.
2. Physician Assistant Certification by the State of Wisconsin under the rules of the Medical Examining Board required.
3. Current (or ability to attain) membership in professional Physician Assistant organization(s) required.
4. Possession of or eligibility for a valid Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certificate is required. Employee must obtain certification within four (4) months of employment

The Nurse Practitioner functions as an independent healthcare provider with an advanced degree of knowledge, skill and expertise in history taking, physical exam, treatment and clinical care management of members. The Nurse Practitioner provides patient education, assessment and treatment to members. The Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin's physicians to assist in providing care and treatment for members. The position works under the general direction, guidance, and supervision of the Clinic Site Chief, with additional accountabilities to the collaborating physicians, and the Chief of Staff and Chief Medical Officer.

1. Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing with specialty preparation as a Nurse Practitioner. Certification complementary to practice area is required.
2. Valid State of Wisconsin license to practice as a Registered Nurse and as a Nurse Practitioner required. Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber certification is desirable but not required.
3. Possession of or eligibility for a valid Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certificate is required. Employee must obtain certification within four (4) months of employment.
4. Knowledge of scientific, advanced practice nursing principles as a basis for quality decision-making required. Ability to adapt standard practices for care of specific cases required. Ability to recognize and identify medical symptoms and problems required. Current knowledge of and maintenance of nursing trends, techniques and certifications required.

The incumbent knows and abides by all Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin (GHC-SCW) organizational and departmental policies, sets personal standards and strives for high quality work in completing assignments, performs job duties in a timely manner, and represents the organization in a positive manner. The incumbent understands our Mission, Vision and Common Values (stated below) and is committed to promote these values in behavior and attitude.

Our Mission Statement:

We partner with members and the communities we serve to maximize health and well-being.

Our Vision:

As a local, not-for-profit, member-owned Cooperative, we are the most trusted resource for lifelong health and well-being in the communities we serve.

Our Values:

• We are a not-for-profit Cooperative
• We are member-centered
• We are equitable and inclusive
• We are quality-driven
• We are innovative
• We are community involved
  

We believe:

Healthcare is a human right.

In treating all people with dignity and respect.

There is strength in diversity.

Equity celebrates our humanity.

We are better together.