Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
$ 100000 - 146500
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Posting Date
04/11/25Application Deadline
04/15/25Pay Range
Hiring Pay Range: $100000 $123240 annuallyFull Range: $100000 $146500 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Public HealthAbout the Position
Dont miss this unique opportunity to work with patients who are at risk and require treatment for sexually transmitted infections and tuberculosis. Sexually transmitted infections have been increasing nationally and locally; prevention through treatment and contact investigation is a priority for the Department of Public Health. In this role we will look to you to teach nursing students medical students and other healthcare professionals in training how to manage these patients. With your support we will lead public health in its efforts to reduce and stop the spread of these infectious diseases and to train healthcare providers to be part of the public health system.
About Us
Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPHs mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies programs and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on health equity and a datadriven approach to our work. We value our staffs unique skills and differences as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy thriving Maricopa County for all.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional worklife balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Lowcost highvalue healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Employee discounts for goods and services
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27 monthly contribution rate and includes a 100 employer match on Day 1
Learn more atWork With Us Maricopa County AZ
We Require
Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner educational program
Valid unrestricted license to practice as a Family Nurse practitioner issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and in good standing
We Also Value
Clinical experience with emphasis in chronic care or treatment of communicable diseases.
Bilingual skills in English and Spanish
Job Contributions
Teach healthcare workers in training (including nursing nurse practitioners and medical students medical residents and fellows) how to obtain a health history perform a clinical examination diagnose and treat sexually transmitted diseases screen for tuberculosis and latent tuberculosis perform a clinical examination and diagnose and treat tuberculosis and latent tuberculosis
Assist with the development of teaching curricula for sexually transmitted infections and tuberculosis (including latent tuberculosis) that meet the needs of a variety of healthcare professionals and students in training in collaboration with experienced colleagues based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other standards
Obtain patient health history perform examinations and assess patient needs to establish a working diagnosis
Determine and perform appropriate medical procedures as indicated by diagnosis
Prescribe and dispense medication in accordance with state and federal regulations
Document subjective and objective findings in a complete and organized manner
Prepare client assessments and client plans in a clear logical manner
Provide basic health education and counseling
Coordinate medical resources to meet patient needs
Order appropriate imaging and laboratory tests as indicated
Upon completion of training serves on a rotational basis as the provider oncall to receive highpriority public health reports during night weekend and holiday hours and provides medical or infection control guidance to healthcare providers with backup support from a public health physician
Working Conditions
Work is primarily conducted in a clinical setting but may have the opportunity to work in a field setting or mobile healthcare unit
Ability to exert 20 lbs. occasionally 10 lbs. frequently or negligible amounts constantly and walk/stand to a significant degree
Valid Arizona drivers license is required upon hire
Travel will be required for attending conferences training and possibly varying work locations
Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergency
Within one month of hire all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccinepreventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles mumps rubella) Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria) Varicella (chickenpox) and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a preemployment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safetysensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
Apply Now!
Employment Type
Full-Time
