Advanced Practice - Family Medicine opening in Deadwood, SD
Saint Louis, MO, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-Without OB
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Deadwood, South Dakota, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
10/29/24
NP/PA Family Medicine opening in South Dakota
Located in Deadwood, SD - Rapid City 40m
Full-time, permanent position
Hospital Employed
Seeking BC
Essential Functions:
- Predominantly outpatient practice; spends 20% or less time in the inpatient setting
- Acts as an agent of the supervising physician for any medical services that are delegated that are within the Advanced Practice Clinician's scope of practice
- Assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients Healthcare problems/needs. Apply clinical interventions, evaluate outcomes, and implement changes to the plan of care. Anticipates and communicates changes in patient status to meet the needs of the patient
- May share in practice call requirements
- May perform procedures. May provide first assist coverage
- No operating room requirement
- No ED/Unassigned call requirement
- Completes thorough, timely documentation in accordance with facility policy
- Consistently demonstrates appropriate referral and/or transfer of patients to another facility
- Demonstrates a thorough and current knowledge of disease processes while conducting a comprehensive health history and physical examination or problem-focused assessment depending on patients status
- Demonstrates appropriate referrals and/or provides referral information to the patients and physicians
- Orders appropriate tests, procedures, and therapies in collaboration with medical staff based on relevant organizational and unit-specific policies and procedures
- Performs and documents ongoing patient assessment and formulates plan of care in collaboration with other medical providers
- Recognizes physical, developmental, and psychosocial distress of patient and family, and provides appropriate interventions
- Responds appropriately to emergency situations, basing patient management decisions on individual patient needs
- All other duties as assigned.
Preferred:
Experience - 1+ years of Clinical Experience; 1+ years of Healthcare Experience
About the Community:
Deadwood, SD, is a historic and vibrant town nestled in the Black Hills, known for its rich gold rush history, preserved 19th-century architecture, and lively entertainment scene. The town offers a unique blend of old-world charm and modern amenities, including casinos, museums, and outdoor activities like hiking and biking in the surrounding hills. Located just a short drive from the larger cities of Rapid City, SD, and Spearfish, SD, Deadwood provides residents and visitors with easy access to additional shopping, dining, and cultural experiences, making it an ideal destination for those who want a small-town feel without being far from urban conveniences.