Family practice nurse practitioner or physician assistant
Location
field, Carbondale, Illinois, United States
Commitment
Full Time
Level
Junior (<2 years)
Required skills
Job Description
Join Southern Illinois’ leading healthcare organization, with over 350 team members who believe that in taking care of each other and our patients and clients, we create new opportunities for success and bring big dreams to life.
Description: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner (APN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Exceptional opportunities for licensed Physicians exist in southern Illinois. Shawnee Health is taking a proactive role in our communities by recruiting the very best practitioners with only the greatest dedication to their profession. Our non-profit corporation is wholly committed to being an integral part of the communities which we serve and we are committed to improve the health of our neighbors and friends.
Description:
This position is with Shawnee Health and will service Shawnee Health locations between Jackson and Williamson County. We are looking for a skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who is passionate about providing high-quality, comprehensive care to all individuals. Our team values respect and compassion, and we aim to create a supportive and welcoming environment for our patients and staff.
Responsibilities include:
- Providing comprehensive preventive care and education for patients of all ages
- Diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions including chronic disease and illnesses
- Providing women’s health services and family planning
- Prescribing and managing patient medications
- Ordering tests and initiating internal and external referrals
- Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely patient records and contribute to organizational metrics and quality measures
- Collaborate with a team of health professionals to ensure high-quality patient care
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Highly interested in providing family oriented primary care to patients from infant to older age
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Computer literacy/maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic health records
- Support the mission and values of Shawnee Health
Education & Training
- A Nurse Practitioner Master’s Degree or Physician Assistant Master’s Degree
- Board Certification in appropriate field
- Current State of Illinois, controlled substance, and Federal DEA licensure
Experience:
A minimum of two years’ experience in Family Medicine with the above certification.
Benefits of Our Practice Opportunities:
- Eleven (2 Dental) FQHC Community Health Centers
- Wide referral network
- Competitive salary and benefits packages
- Opportunity for professional development
- On-site management staff
- Protected administrative time throughout the week
- Opportunity for loan repayment
Benefits of Living in Our Area:
- Surrounded by the beautiful Shawnee National Forest
- Small town living with metropolitan amenities
- Improved standard of living and reduced cost of living in comparison to city locations
- University-level educational system, including John A Logan College and Southern Illinois University
- Abundance of outdoor activities such as lakes, rivers, hiking, camping, golf courses and the southern Illinois Wine Trail
- Cultural activities from local festivals to touring performances
To learn more and apply, visit Shawnee Health's Website here. We invite you to join us in our mission to improve the health of our communities one patient at a time.
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