Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$68.18 - $87.19 Hourly
Department:
Health Department
Job Type:
On-Call
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
The Opportunity:
THIS WORK MATTERS!
We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and prompt health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities.
We’re seeking a visionary and dynamic provider who is creative in problem solving and contributes new ideas and solutions to the organization to join our team in Integrated Clinical Services.
Do you have a passion for professional, comprehensive specialized nursing?
Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of patients?
Do you strive to make a difference in your community?
This recruitment will be used to fill Per Diem Advanced Practice Clinician positions in our health clinics throughout the Portland Metro Area.
As the Per Diem APC your duties will include:
Diagnosing, managing and treating acute and chronic medication conditions including prenatal care, according to the scope of practice include conducting a medical history, physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, devising a course of treatment, discussing alternative treatment, risk and benefits of treatment, discussing alternative treatment, risk and benefits of treatment prescribing and monitoring medications, appropriate counseling of patient and reassessment of the patient at appropriate intervals.
Utilizing panel based information technology tools to prioritize and direct proactive care for patients assigned to the provider panel, including preventive health screening and chronic disease care management.
Providing follow-ups on utilization issues (ED, hospital admissions).
Establishing need for specialty and rehabilitative services and making appropriate referrals.
Assessing and counseling patients regarding preventive care needs; delivering services or making appropriate referrals.
Determining need/scheduling for high risk referrals.
Seeking clinical consultation from other providers as needed.
Providing consultation to nurses and support staff.
Prioritizing and directing activities of the care team.
Coordinating with Behavioral Health providers to effectively integrate care.
Providing coverage for clinical colleagues in their absence.
Completing patient documentation and managing electronic in-basket according to established policies and procedures
As needed, participate in quality improvement and assurance projects
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.
TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item in a section is labeled required. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview ofthe selection process.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be as noted below. All non-traditional education, training and experience will be evaluated.
Education/Training:
Training and experience for this classification are a Master's Degree in Nursing (NP or PA) and
Three (3) to six (6) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
License required to practice medicine as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant as outlined by Oregon Revised Statutes(ORS) 678.375
CPR certification required
Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION:
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of application/ resume and cover letter for minimum qualifications and all required attachments. If you do not address the minimum qualifications in the application, your application will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.
Supplemental questions
Phone screen
Oral exam
Consideration of top candidates
Background, reference, and education checks
Required:
The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
1. An application/ resume demonstrating you meet minimum qualifications, AND
2. A cover letter addressing:
Why you are interested in the position, AND
How your skills, training and experience meet the required minimum qualifications for this position.
Note: Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages upon submitting your application. You may be emailed requesting for additional items from the Recruiter or hiring manager. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of application/ resume and cover letter for minimum qualifications and all required attachments. If you do not address the minimum qualifications in the application, your application will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.
Phone screen
Supplemental Questionnaire
Oral exam
Consideration of top candidates
Background, reference, and education checks
Salary/Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Christopher Bogan
Email:
[email protected]Phone:
+1 (971) 4389901
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
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