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Closing Date:

01/31/2025

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
 

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Department:

ICE | CASL AdvancedPracticeProviders OPSR

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Physician Assistant will extend the patient care and administrative services for UAMS physicians in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Physician Assistant will be expected provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, perform procedures, and prescribe medicines and treatments. The Physician Assistant will also manage health issues for patients, independently or in collaboration with the designated physicians. This role will work autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patient's health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate. This role will also coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• PA with State Medical Board

• Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.

• Prescriptive authority and DEA license must be obtained after hire.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) or more years experience

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provides healthcare services to patients which may include: comprehensive care during acute and chronic episodes of injury and illness, follow up care during post-hospital clinic appointments, education and counseling of families, health promotion and prevention, and referral to other health care providers and community resources when appropriate.

• Participates in institutional initiatives and encourages the participation of others. 

• Collaborates in policy and program development, implementation, and evaluation using best practices in delivering quality service.

• Works autonomously, as well as, in collaboration with a variety of disciplines to diagnose and manage health care problems; will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.

• Communicates and shares complete and unbiased information, assuring their colleagues receive timely, complete, and accurate information in order make informed decisions.

• Coordinates the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, assuring that care is timely and appropriate. 

• Actively engage in service line meetings and take an approach to health care that shapes policies, programs, facility design, and day-to-day interactions.

• Maintains required audits for credentialing.

• Engages in appropriate continuing education programs, maintain mandatory competencies, medical center computer based learning modules, and health monitoring services.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes