APP-Mercy North

Provides quality health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of Physician by performing the following duties in a compassionate, cost effective manner.

Mercyhealth Emergency Medicine PA - Janesville, Beloit and Walworth, WI

Opportunity:

• Collaborate with experienced Emergency Medicine physicians and have the full support of an excellent team of RNs and support staff
• Work three 12 hour shifts per week (9am-9pm or 10am-10pm)
• 9 FTE; Full-time benefits
• Holiday rotation and two weekends a month coverage
• 30% ED critical care and 70% urgent care patients

Qualifications:

• Ability to work well independently and under pressure.
• Strong communication/interpretive and analytical skills.
• A high level of independent judgment and ability to handle empowerment for independent action.
• Ability to pass the Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check

Physician Assistant Certifications:

• Graduate of an accredited PA program
• Current WI PA License
• Current DEA number
• ATLS certification
• Other certifications as required

Compensation:

• Highly competitive compensation
• Sign-on bonus eligible
• CME allowance
• Robust and comprehensive benefit package

Community:

Janesville is a city of about 66,000 people with 150,000 people in Rock County. Janesville has all the advantages and amenities of a smaller city while still having easy access to four larger cities (Madison, Milwaukee, Rockford, Chicago). The cost of living in Rock County is low and housing is affordable. The school system is very good with both public and private schools available. The Janesville park system is extensive and includes children's play areas, pools, gardens, golf and many other activities. Shopping includes two malls with most larger chain stores and many specialty stores. Janesville has many restaurants and there is excellent dining within 40 minutes in Madison and Lake Geneva.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

Accredited schooling through a Physician Assistant degree program.

Certification and Licensure

Valid state license in State of Practice.
Obtain CME credits for license renewal. Current certified status through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Obtain CME experience as required for re-certification by NCCPA.
Approved CPR or BLS certification.
Other certification/licensure as required by contract.

Skills and Abilities
Ability to work independently and under pressure.
Good communication/interpretive skills.
Excellent analytical skills.
Works requires a high level of independent judgment. The position has substantial latitude for independent action.

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move patients and equipment.

Level of Supervision

N/A

Supervises

Indirectly supervises the Nursing Staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assigning and directing work.