Student Health Services Practitioner

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At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success.  Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.  Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we’re committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW’s Benefits Summary.

JOB TITLE:   

Student Health Services Practitioner – Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

JOB PURPOSE:   

Provide high-quality, evidence-based, comprehensive primary medical care to eligible students of the University of Wyoming. This position provides direct care to students and does include a focus on primary care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assess the needs of patients via oral histories and physical examinations; initiate treatment under collaborative agreement with physician and standing orders.
• Perform therapeutic procedures, order and perform lab, radiological and special exams or tests required for evaluation; dispense/administer medications, application of dressings and remove sutures and bandages.
• Administer and monitor intravenous (IV’s) procedures.
• Perform minor medical procedures and provide routine follow up care.
• Provide health care information and advice on health, preventative care and disease to patients and others.
• Provide first-aid or emergency care; may coordinate patient health and social services care with outside agencies.
• Administer immunizations and complete and maintain electronic health records.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in AAAHC accreditation.
• Provide guidance to other staff on accepted procedures.
• Contribute to internal clinical studies.
• May participate in training and assign work to designated staff.

COMPETENCIES:  

• Analysis/Problem Identification 
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration 
• Judgment 
• Sensitivity 
• Quality Orientation
• Technical/Professional Knowledge   
• Individual Leadership
• Consistency
• Service Orientation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Physician’s Assistant:

• Education: Master’s degree
• Experience: 3 years as a Physician’s Assistant
• National and valid State of Wyoming certification as a Physician’s Assistant or the ability to successfully attain authorization within 30 days of University employment.
• Prescriptive authority in the State of Wyoming
• Licensure by the Wyoming Board of Medicine

Nurse Practitioner: 

• Education: Master’s degree in Nursing 
• Experience: 1-3 years nurse practitioner experience
• Valid State of Wyoming authorization as a Nurse Practitioner or the ability to successfully attain authorization within 30 days of University employment.
• Prescriptive authority in the State of Wyoming 
• National certification in degree specialty

Either position:

• Valid BLS certification (basic life support). 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Knowledge of best standards of practice, including State and Federal laws and regulations that apply to the provision of health care and local and national trends related to college health.
• Knowledge of holistic preventative health principles.
• Primary care principles and practices to include clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrated understanding of HIPAA, FERPA, the Clery Act, Title IX, OSHA, and federal sexual assault regulations.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse community.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS: 

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected]. 

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn move about Laramie, by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/