Occupational Health Advanced Practice Practitioner

Vail Health has become the world's most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Advanced Practice Practitioner will provide patient care, consultation, evaluation, and education to workers compensation patients in the Occupational Health Clinic. The provider will manage the patient's case and provide treatment, testing and/or refer to other providers and specialists as appropriate. The provider will also collaborate our experienced team to provide comprehensive Occupational and Corporate Health Services.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Follows standards of care for Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistants as outlined by Vail Heath and Colorado Nurse Practice Act and the Medical Practice Act, respectively

Supports the coordination of the daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety, and satisfaction.

Maintains confidentiality of patient, staff, and hospital administration.

Provides care within scope of practice as established by the privileges granted through the Vail Health Medical Staff Office.

Competency in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to assure high standards of patient care, patient satisfaction, and safety are maintained as documented by supervising physician's review.

Provides patient education relating to current medical issues and to promote healthy lifestyle choices.

Displays and promotes professional, courteous, and collaborative interaction with patients/families, providers, staff, other Vail Health departments, and leadership in meeting patient care needs and promoting teamwork.

Demonstrates ability to delegate care appropriately and according to Colorado statute.

Ensures that patient documentation is in accordance with accreditation and regulatory compliance standards.

Demonstrates competency in triage, diagnosis, and treatment to assure high standards of patient care and safety are maintained.

Role models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.

Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

Experience:

• Two years' experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in related area preferred.

License(s):

• License and certifications per the employee's contract. With credentialing by the Medical Staff Office.

Certification(s):

• License and certifications per the employee's contract. With credentialing by the Medical Staff Office.

Computer / Typing:

• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Benefits at Vail Health (Part Time) Include:

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
  • Competitive wages
  • Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
  • Housing programs
  • Childcare reimbursement
• Comprehensive Health Benefits:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
• Educational Programs:
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Existing Student Loan Repayment
  • Specialty Certification Reimbursement
  • Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
• Paid Time Off:
  • Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
  • Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
  • Recreation discounts
  • Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.

Hourly Pay:

$55.61-$67.32 USD