What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Practice Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Eldon, MO position at University of Missouri School of Medicine & MU Health Care?
Department of Community Practice
Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Eldon, MO
The Department of Community Practice at MU Capital Region Medical Center is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic team in Eldon, Missouri.
Position Highlights:
- Collaborative and team-oriented environment within an established family medicine practice
- High patient volume in a well-established rural setting
- Access to a network of over 160 multi-specialty providers within the Department of Community Practice and referral pathways to University of Missouri Healthcare specialists
- On-site X-ray facilities
Physician's Assistant Qualifications
- Physicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA) certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Nurse Practitioner Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing is required. Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days. Preparation as a nurse practitioner in either a Master's program or a certificate program. Must be granted a “Document of Recognition” from the Missouri Board of Nursing.
- Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
About Us:
MU Capital Region Medical Center’s Department of Community Practice is a full-service health care network, including an acute care hospital, a comprehensive clinic system, the Goldschmidt Cancer Center, a hospital-based fitness facility, home health services, and the community’s only inpatient rehabilitation center. Our hospital features 100 acute care beds and 14 rehabilitation beds, with referrals from over 140 employed providers across 36 clinics in an 8-county service area, serving approximately 225,000 residents.
As a community-oriented organization, MU Capital Region Medical Center is committed to providing patients with the latest in medical technology and advancements. We are the only facility in Jefferson City offering robotic surgery and were the first to earn designation as a stroke center. Our team remains dedicated to best practices that ensure efficient, effective, and safe care for all patients.
Employees of the University of Missouri and University of Missouri Healthcare are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Our Community
Columbia is rated by Forbes magazine as the fifth best small city for business and careers in America and is consistently rated a top place to live by Money Magazine, boasting a low cost of living, a vibrant community, and nationally renowned public schools. Columbia is an ideal college town that combines small-town comforts, and community spirit, with big-city feel, activities, and resources. Our community is energetic and engaged, packed with restaurants and entertainment venues, and hosts more than a dozen annual festivals.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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