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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position please click theApply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
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Minimum Qualifications:
APRN:
Masters Degree in Nursing Family Medicine
Three (3) years of nursing experience.
Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas
APRN License
1 year of APRN experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic or Rheumatology preferred
PA:
Masters Degree Physician Assistant
1 year of PA experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic or Rheumatology clinic
PA
Preferred Qualifications:
APRN:
DNP
3 years of nursing experience
3 years of APRN experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic or Rheumatology
PA:
3 years of PA experience in a ICU ED or other acute care area
Additional Information:
Job Requirements:
Perform comprehensive patient assessments and physical exams
Diagnose acute and chronic illnesses
Order perform and interpret diagnostic tests (labs imaging)
Prescribe medications and treatments (scope varies by state)
Develop and manage treatment plans
Provide preventive care and health education
Manage chronic conditions (e.g. diabetes hypertension)
Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans
Coordinate care with physicians and specialists
Provide counseling and patient advocacy
Educate patients families and nursing staff
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Serve as clinical leaders or independent providers (in full-practice states)
Conduct patient histories and physical exams
Diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries
Order and interpret diagnostic tests
Prescribe medications and therapies
Assist in developing treatment plans
Perform other duties as needed.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.