Position: Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) (Contract)
Location: La Paz Regional Hospital and affiliated clinics
Pay Rate: $78-$100/hour
Contract Duration: 13 weeks (starting 02/17/2025)
Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts (Monday through Thursday; Fridays off)

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide patient-centered care. The role emphasizes health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education, and counseling. The NP/PA will work under the direct supervision of a physician, following established guidelines and operating within the defined scope of practice. The position may require occasional work at other hospital-owned clinics or the main hospital facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history reviews and physical examinations.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs.
• Educate patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic condition management.
• Collaborate with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical documentation in accordance with hospital policies.
• Facilitate referrals within the medical staff network, following organizational guidelines.

Referral Guidelines

In support of our client's mission to ensure continuity and quality of care:

• Providers are expected to refer patients within the hospital system unless:
• The patient prefers a different provider.
• The patient’s insurance dictates the provider.
• The referral is not in the patient’s best medical interest, as determined by the provider.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted NP or PA license in Arizona.
• Board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C).
• Minimum of two years of experience in primary care or family medicine (preferred).
• Active BLS/ACLS certification.
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Work Environment

The role requires adaptability, with assignments at various locations, including hospital-owned clinics and the main hospital, based on patient needs and organizational requirements.