Summary

• Position Summary
  
  • Position provides medical care and practicing medicine with physician supervision, including conducting examinations and writing prescriptions through office based evaluation and treatment of inpatients. These duties are performed in accordance with established standards and practices as defined by Maine Medical Center, the State of Maine, and the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) /Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP).
• Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  
  • Education: Bachelor's degree and successful completion of accredited physician assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
  • License/Certifications: Current Physician Assistant/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner license issued by the State of Maine or eligible of licensure. NCCPA /ACNP certification. Current BLS required.
  • Experience: New grads are encouraged to apply
  • Knowledge of medical model and roles of physicians and physician assistants. Familiar with anatomy, pharmacology, pathophysiology, clinical medicine and physical diagnosis.
  • Knowledge of indications for and proper techniques for office procedures
  • Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.
  • Knowledge of diagnosing and treating medical problems and developing care plans.
  • Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.
  • Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of PA /ACNP practice.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians on cases.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.