Acute Care Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Department: University Health Services
Classification: Mid-level Medical Practitioner
Appointment Type and Duration: Academic Year (Classified), Ongoing
Salary: $39.88 - $60.92 per hour
FTE: 1.0

Review of Applications Begins

January 18, 2024; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure consideration, please upload the following with your online application:
Cover letter which expresses your interest in the position and fully articulates how you meet the minimum qualifications, professional competencies, and any preferred qualifications you may have
Current resume/CV which includes dates of employment

Department Summary

University Health Services (UHS), a unit of Student Services and Enrollment Management, is a nationally accredited (AAAHC), multispecialty, outpatient healthcare organization dedicated to meeting students as they are, where they are, and how they are, then collaborating with them to build mental and physical resiliency so they can take on the world! We are also committed to caring for our staff and maintaining a healthy, thriving work environment that fosters a sense of belonging for each of us.
The University of Oregon is located in the beautiful temperate rain forests of the Pacific Northwest in Eugene, Oregon. Your office could be a 5-minute walk to the Willamette River and a 45-minute drive to snow-covered mountains or sandy ocean beaches.
University Health Services is committed to demonstrating our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and belonging through action, including being intentional about hiring staff that reflect the identities of our student body. We encourage people of all lived experiences to apply.

Position Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join University Health Services (UHS) in our busy, team-oriented Acute Care Clinic.
The Acute Care Clinic is designed to deliver excellent, effective, and efficient healthcare to undergraduate and graduate students at UO who are ill or injured. The clinic is staffed by medical providers, triage nurses, and medical assistants working together with a goal to get students back to their academics and activities safely and efficiently.
The Acute Care Clinic functions within the broader Medical Services team, which includes Primary Care, Sports Medicine, Psychiatry, and Specialty Care. UHS also has Counseling, Physical Therapy, Dental, Pharmacy, and Diagnostic Services teams. Consequently, there is a high level of support and collegiality for the providers in the Acute Care Clinic.
This position will serve as a member of the UHS Medical Staff, a group of medical providers who are friendly, smart, kind, and supportive. The position will be mentored by the Lead Physician in Acute Care and will report to the Medical Director.
This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check and routine screening of Medicaid and Medicare Exclusion Lists. Employee loses eligibility for employment if on the List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) and/or System of Award Management (SAM). In addition, employees must follow Compliance with UHS policies regarding tuberculosis screening, measles and mumps (MMR), seasonal flu, hepatitis B, and other immunization requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Nurse Practitioners:
Current Oregon license as a Registered Nurse and possession of a valid certification as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
Physician Assistant:
Possession of a valid Oregon license as a Physician Assistant and successful completion of the national certification exam.
Licensures and Certifications must be obtained by the agreed-upon start date.

Professional Competencies

Experience with and commitment to working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, in support of an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Experience with and/or commitment to working effectively within a fast-paced, high-productivity Acute Care clinic.
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous quality improvement.
Skill with common Acute Care procedures, including laceration repair, wound care, incision and drainage of abscesses, and splinting.

Preferred Qualifications

Current Drug Enforcement Administration license for prescription of controlled substances, or ability to obtain the license by the agreed-upon start date of employment.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR Certification, or ability to have the certification by the agreed-upon start date of employment.
One year of prior emergency department or urgent care experience, or similar work in a primary care setting.
Nurse Practitioners:
Current Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification through the ANCC or equivalent organization, or ability to obtain the certification by the agreed-upon start date of employment.
Physician Assistants:
At least 2000 hours of clinical work experience.

FLSA Exempt: No

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All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.

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