APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) - Northlake Pulmonary

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Work Shift: Days 7 on / 7 off (M-F 7a-7p Sat. & Sun. 7a-5p)

Summary of the Job: 
Diagnose and treat acute, episodic or chronic illness as a part of a healthcare team both in an office setting. Focus on health promotion and disease prevention.  May order, and interpret diagnostic test such as lab work, x-rays and pulmonary function tests.  May prescribe medication with the exception of schedule II drugs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Current Louisiana State APRN Licensure or Physician Assistant Licensure

• Current BLS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

• Strong computer skills

• Good organizational skills

• Ability to be courteous and respectful when interacting with patients and family members

• Maintain confidentiality

• Maintain CME per licensure and clinic protocols

• 3-5 years of related experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

3-5 years of related experience preferred.

Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 20 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        
Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - NONE
Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching

EMPLOYMENT

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.