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Location : Corvallis, OR
Job Type: Intermittent
Job Number: 24-00044
Department: Health Clinics
Division: TEMPORARY HIRE
Opening Date: 03/14/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit:: Temporary
Classification:: Health Care Professional 5
FLSA Exempt Status: Overtime Non-Exempt
Job Summary
This is an intermittent position not to exceed 1040 hours worked in a fiscal year.
Job Summary
Our Primary Care Practitioners provide high quality, comprehensive medical care and treatment to a diverse safety-net patient population in a patient-centered, team-based model with an emphasis on the prevention of disease, promotion of health, and management of chronic disease. The clinical team includes certified medical assistants, RN care coordinators, clinical pharmacists, health navigators, and behavioral health consultants.
To allow the time to deliver high quality care to patients with complex needs, our practitioners manage panels between 700 and 1,200 patients and see about 14 patients per day. After-hours calls are shared among the full primary care group and supported by a nurse triage line that manages the vast majority of after-hours requests. Our providers have the option to teach medical residents from several organizations as well as medical students from the local medical school.
Click here for a complete list of the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties (CHC)The CHC opened as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in 2004. It is the medical home for over 9,000 patients across five clinics and two counties. The CHC provides physical, behavioral, dental care, and medical treatment for substance use disorders. The CHC works closely with Benton County Public Health, County Mental Health programs, and school districts at our two school-based sites.
The CHC utilizes the clinical team to support patients in accessing health. We are committed to improving health outcomes through a medical home model with a strong focus on prevention and disease management. The CHC sites are all Patient Center Primary Care Home (PCPCH) certified at a high level. Our organization serves communities with Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) ratings between 10 and 13 () and qualifies for National Health Scholars, National Health Service Corps and other Loan Repayment Programs.
First review of applications will be March 29, 2024.
Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date
Minimum Qualifications
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
The Ideal Candidate:
Benton County Health Clinics
Telephone: (541) 766-6138
Your Total Compensation/Benefits
The strength our organization lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at Benton County. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA+ community members.
Working & Living in Benton CountyPerfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county's 90,000 residents like to say they "have it all."
Working in Benton County
Living in Benton County
How to Apply
Benton County is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.
Helpful links and contact informationLearn more about
webpageFor more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.
Appointments below .5 FTE are not eligible for benefits.
The following are examples of employment categories not eligible for benefits:
Temporary Employee: Employees hired for the purpose of meeting short-term, emergency workload needs. A temporary appointment or position is not expected to exceed the equivalent of six calendar months or 1040 hours in a fiscal year (7/1 to 6/30) period. Temporary employees are not members of the collective bargaining units and are not eligible to accrue holiday, vacation, or personal leave. Temporary employees can, however, apply for regular status positions open to internal candidates only and, if appointed to a regular position of the same or equivalent classification, in the same department in which the temporary position was situated, may receive credit toward their probationary period.
Intermittent (On-Call) Employees: Employment category. Employee who is scheduled and unscheduled as necessary without guarantee of hours.
Intern: Employment category. Employee works for school credit and/or a wage in order to combine classroom theory with practical experience in the workplace.
Part-Time Employees (under .5 FTE)
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Please choose the answer that best describes you:
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Do you have a Family Nurse Practitioner specialty certification?
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How many years of experience do you have in a primary care setting working as a Family Nurse Practitioner?
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Location : Corvallis, OR
Job Type: Intermittent
Job Number: 24-00044
Department: Health Clinics
Division: TEMPORARY HIRE
Opening Date: 03/14/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit:: Temporary
Classification:: Health Care Professional 5
FLSA Exempt Status: Overtime Non-Exempt
Job Summary
This is an intermittent position not to exceed 1040 hours worked in a fiscal year.
Job Summary
Our Primary Care Practitioners provide high quality, comprehensive medical care and treatment to a diverse safety-net patient population in a patient-centered, team-based model with an emphasis on the prevention of disease, promotion of health, and management of chronic disease. The clinical team includes certified medical assistants, RN care coordinators, clinical pharmacists, health navigators, and behavioral health consultants.
To allow the time to deliver high quality care to patients with complex needs, our practitioners manage panels between 700 and 1,200 patients and see about 14 patients per day. After-hours calls are shared among the full primary care group and supported by a nurse triage line that manages the vast majority of after-hours requests. Our providers have the option to teach medical residents from several organizations as well as medical students from the local medical school.
Click here for a complete list of the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties (CHC)The CHC opened as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in 2004. It is the medical home for over 9,000 patients across five clinics and two counties. The CHC provides physical, behavioral, dental care, and medical treatment for substance use disorders. The CHC works closely with Benton County Public Health, County Mental Health programs, and school districts at our two school-based sites.
The CHC utilizes the clinical team to support patients in accessing health. We are committed to improving health outcomes through a medical home model with a strong focus on prevention and disease management. The CHC sites are all Patient Center Primary Care Home (PCPCH) certified at a high level. Our organization serves communities with Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) ratings between 10 and 13 () and qualifies for National Health Scholars, National Health Service Corps and other Loan Repayment Programs.
First review of applications will be March 29, 2024.
Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date
Minimum Qualifications
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
- Unrestricted Oregon Nursing License (license to practice in the State of Oregon or licensed in a different state with the ability to obtain an Oregon license).
- Holds FNP specialty certification
- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
- Current driver's license
The Ideal Candidate:
- Aligned with our Mission, Vision, and Values:
- Passionate about primary care, perhaps with additional interests which align with the specialty needs of our population (i.e. SUD, Transgender, Veterans, agricultural workers, houseless).
- Approaches chronic pain in a manner that follows the latest clinical guidelines.
- Manages patient's preventive care needs, including USPSTF guidelines and CDC vaccine recommendations.
- Enjoys working with diverse patients, including those living with mental illness, English as a second language, and other social influences on health.
Benton County Health Clinics
Telephone: (541) 766-6138
Your Total Compensation/Benefits
- Salary range of $75 to $85 per hour.
- Rewarding work in a productive, innovative, and creative environment.
- Colleagues who are passionate about public service.
- A great work-life balance.
- Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with Benton County.
- Live, work, and play in
The strength our organization lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at Benton County. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA+ community members.
Working & Living in Benton CountyPerfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county's 90,000 residents like to say they "have it all."
Working in Benton County
Living in Benton County
How to Apply
- To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
- Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
- Answer all supplemental questions.
- You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the "My Applications" section.
- Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.
- This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
- Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.
Helpful links and contact informationLearn more about
webpageFor more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.
Appointments below .5 FTE are not eligible for benefits.
The following are examples of employment categories not eligible for benefits:
Temporary Employee: Employees hired for the purpose of meeting short-term, emergency workload needs. A temporary appointment or position is not expected to exceed the equivalent of six calendar months or 1040 hours in a fiscal year (7/1 to 6/30) period. Temporary employees are not members of the collective bargaining units and are not eligible to accrue holiday, vacation, or personal leave. Temporary employees can, however, apply for regular status positions open to internal candidates only and, if appointed to a regular position of the same or equivalent classification, in the same department in which the temporary position was situated, may receive credit toward their probationary period.
Intermittent (On-Call) Employees: Employment category. Employee who is scheduled and unscheduled as necessary without guarantee of hours.
Intern: Employment category. Employee works for school credit and/or a wage in order to combine classroom theory with practical experience in the workplace.
Part-Time Employees (under .5 FTE)
01
Please choose the answer that best describes you:
- I am currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Oregon
- I am currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in another state
- I am not currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner
02
Do you have a Family Nurse Practitioner specialty certification?
- Yes
- No
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How many years of experience do you have in a primary care setting working as a Family Nurse Practitioner?
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 or more years
- No experience
Required Question
