Geriatric Medicine Advanced Practice Provider
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
28801
, Asheville, North Carolina, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/03/24
Description
Specialization:
Family Medicine Geriatric Medicine
Job Summary:
CarePartners is seeking a nurse practitioner or physician assistant to join our Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).Qualified Candidates:
- Completion of an accredited nurse practitioner or physician assistant program with appropriate certification exams
- This is an independent role and candidates must have two or more years of experience as a practicing NP or physician assistant treating geriatric, internal medicine or mental health patients
- Please note that this position does not offer visa support
Position Highlights:
- Schedules is M-F 8 am to 5 pm with on-call coverage
- Performs procedures necessary to implement plan of care; consults with interdisciplinary team regarding patient assessment findings
- Discusses patient plan with patient and family
- Develops and revises patient education programs and evaluates effectiveness of learning
- Participates in clinical research and reviews current nursing literature and demonstrates application to clinical practice
Incentive/Benefits Package:
- This is an employed position with HCA Healthcare
- Competitive salary driven by MGMA data and industry benchmarking
- Benefit offerings for you and your loved ones: health, dental, vision & pharmacy
401k and stock options - Commencement bonus for those relocating more than 120 miles
About CarePartners:
CarePartners Health Services, a member of Mission Health, an operating division of HCA Healthcare, provides compassionate care for the people of western North Carolina. Located in Asheville and surrounding communities, CarePartners services include Home Health, Outpatient Rehabilitation, Hospice, Palliative Care, Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), Private Duty and Orthotics & Prosthetics.
With more than 1,100 colleagues and 400 volunteers, CarePartners Health Services is dedicated to helping people of western North Carolina live full and productive lives, despite illness, injury, disability or issues related to aging.
About Mission Hospital:
Mission Health, located in Asheville, North Carolina, serves as the regional tertiary and quaternary care center in Western North Carolina and the adjoining region. Mission Hospital is licensed for 815 beds and is the region’s only Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and includes the only children’s hospital in Western North Carolina. Mission Hospital is also a Magnet® designated hospital for nursing excellence.
Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures, arts and culture, live music, shopping or fine cuisine, Asheville offers something for everyone! With over 200 waterfalls and four navigable rivers, hiking trails for all skill levels, fantastic terrain for both road and mountain bikes, it is no surprise that Asheville is consistently rated one of the top US places to live. Asheville is known not only for its dynamic food scene and microbreweries but also for ethnic and exotic dining at the area’s 250-plus independent restaurants. Asheville offers over 20 city and county public schools, a variety of faith-based schools with challenging curriculums as well as a number of private schools, including some of the best boarding schools in the US. Residents also enjoy easy access to air travel nearby in Asheville, Charlotte, NC and Greenville, SC.