Oral Surgery APP

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We are recruiting for a mission-driven Oral Surgery APP to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department Urologists Job Summary The OMFS Advanced Care Provider (NP or PA) will provide direct clinical care for patients in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic. Works closely under the supervision of our Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery providers and will work in close communication with the divisions OMFS residents. Multidisciplinary communication with referring providers including but not limited to Dentists and Orthodontists. Involvement in the educational training of future providers is also an option for interested providers. Essential Functions : Monitors and evaluates medical condition of patient and under the supervision of a physician and in collaboration with other disciplines and standards of care or applying appropriate protocols, make decisions regarding treatment changes. Refers patient to specialized services as needed. (20%) Determines and assesses the health status of patients by reviewing records, taking comprehensive medical histories, and performing physical examinations. (20%) Orders and administers appropriate medications within the limits of the appropriate statutory limitations or refers patient to a caregiver in a specialty area. Initiates, performs or directs other healthcare professionals to perform screenings and diagnostic tests. (15%) Completes required documentation legibly, thoroughly and in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains complete and accurate charts, case files and records. (15%) Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff. (10%) May be assigned to perform lead work and/or involvement in clinical coordination, health station management or responsibility for special projects which may encompass protocol development, management planning, scheduling and other administrative tasks as necessary to support practice environment. (10%) Attends and participates in administrative staff meetings. Utilizes the principles and practices of effective communication to elicit information, negotiate problem resolution, and/or garner support for various programs or policies. (5%) Follows established departmental policies and procedures, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards. (5%) Education : Master's Degree Required Work Experience : 1-3 years related clinical experience preferred Licenses : NP-Nurse Practitioner - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required or PA-Physician Assistant - State Medical Board Required and BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of medical principals and procedures. Knowledge of community resources for appropriate procedures. Skill in eliciting history from patients, performing physical exams and formulating assessments of and treatment plans for patients. Ordering appropriate diagnostic studies to aid in diagnosis. Knowledge of appropriate administration and prescription of medications. Skill in utilizing the principles and practices of effective and persuasive communication to elicit information, negotiate problem resolution, and/or garner support for various programs or policies. Skill in obtaining information from patients, calming and reassuring patients and motivating patients to accept treatments. Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment. Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations. Ability to prepare accurate reports. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public. Computer skills required. Computer skills preferred. Shift Work Type Regular Salary $128,100.00 - $144,800.00 / yr

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