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Position: Nurse Practitioner / Physician AssistantLocation: Mesa / Gilbert / Chandler, AZSetting: Skilled Nursing Facility (Post-Acute Care)Schedule: Part-Time (Saturday & Sunday 0800-1700)Compensation: $65 – $70 / hrStatus: Contractor / 1099
Job Summary:
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team in a skilled nursing facility. In this role, you’ll work closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care to patients in a post-acute setting. If you have strong clinical skills, a patient-centered approach, and a passion for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients in a skilled nursing facility.
- Diagnose and manage common acute and chronic medical conditions in post-acute and long-term care patients.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including lab work, imaging, and EKGs.
- Prescribe medications, monitor treatment plans, and adjust therapy as needed.
- Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and preventive care strategies.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, and nursing staff, to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Perform minor procedures as needed within the scope of practice.
- Document all patient interactions, assessments, and treatment plans in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Refer patients to appropriate specialists and coordinate follow-up care as necessary.
- Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, facility policies, and best practices in post-acute care.
Requirements:
- Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) License in Arizona.
- Completion of an accredited NP or PA program in the U.S. (excludes Puerto Rico).
- 1-2 years of experience in a post-acute care or skilled nursing facility setting preferred.
This role is ideal for a dedicated and compassionate NP or PA seeking to provide high-quality care in a skilled nursing setting while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time contractor role.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $65.00 – $70.00 per hour
Supplemental Pay:
- Prorated bonus
Application Question(s):
- Are you okay to work during weekends only?
Experience:
- Skilled nursing facility: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Completion of US Based NP/PA Program (Not Puerto Rico) (Required)
Work Location: In person
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