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Job Description
ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER NP/PA - ORTHO
Job Category:
Advance Practice
Requisition Number:
ADVAN002005
Posting Details
Posted:
April 21, 2026
Full-Time
Locations
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Pella Medical Clinic
405 Monroe St
Pella, IA 50219, USA Job Details
Description
JOB SUMMARY
A skilled member of the health care team, the Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner) serves the PRHC Clinics through evaluation and treatment of patients in collaboration with the physician regarding the provision of direct medical care. Responsibilities include obtaining medical histories, performing physical exams, providing initial emergency care, ordering lab tests and x-rays, prescribing medications, providing patient education and counseling, forming diagnoses and administering treatment in accordance with clinic protocols and established standards are care. The Advanced Practice Provider is active in the development and maintenance of clinic operations in coordination with the CAC, Clinic Services Director and/or Chief of Clinic Services; participates in performance improvement activities and Lean Healthcare initiatives. Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Completion of Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program from an accredited institution.
Licensure in the State of Iowa as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
1 Year previous Ortho experience or surgical experience preferred.
Understanding of the PA/NP scope of practice and ability to accept the limitations of his/her position within the PRHCanization.
BLS or ACLS certification or ability to obtain within 4 months of hire date.
Must possess a valid Iowa driver's license and meet satisfactory motor vehicle record requirements, if applicable.
Must maintain and provide proof of his/her own auto insurance policy, if applicable.
Ability to read andmunicate effectively in English.
Strong written skills, including excellent spelling, proofreading and English Composition skills.
Ability tomunicate effectively in one on one as well as group settings
Ability to demonstrate a great deal of empathy and understanding toward others.
Must demonstrate appropriate age-specificmunication skills
Technical skills associated with the position
Strongputer knowledge.
Ability to work effectively with physicians and other members of the health care team
Ability to advocate for patients effectively
Ability tomunicate with tact and professionalism. Positive interpersonal skills.
Experience in indices and data collection.
Must demonstrate a high degree of skill in human relations andmunication with the ability to deal constructively on a one-on-one basis with a wide variety of persons and personalities.
Stronganizational skills. Attention to detail.
Ability to maintainposure in a busy working environment.
Must possess those technical and critical thinking skills required toplete the duties as described in this job description.
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