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Multnomah County

Advanced Practice Clinician (NP / PA)

Multnomah County, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Pay Range $5,349.71 - $6,842.48 Semimonthly

Department Health Department

Job Type Regular Represented

Exemption Status United States of America (Exempt)

The Opportunity

This recruitment will be used to fill Advanced Practice Clinician vacancies within Integrated Clinical Services. The clinics include:

East County Health Center

Mid County Health Center

Fernhill Health Center

North Portland Health Center

Northeast Health Center

Southeast Health Center

This position qualifies for various Loan Repayment options

Integrated Clinical Services provides quality health services for people who experience barriers to accessing care. The division operates medical and dental clinics, outreach programs, and provides health services in the county's jails and juvenile detention facility.

As a Advanced Practice Clinician you will

provide professional, comprehensive specialized nursing services with an emphasis on prevention of disease and promotion of health. The Advanced Practice Clinician establishes a therapeutic relationship with a diversity of patients, including refugees and low-income populations.

To Qualify

Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

Masters degree or equivalent in nursing from an accredited college or university

Possession of a valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certificate

License to practice as a Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant in the State of Oregon

CPR/BLS certification

DEA certification

Preferred Special Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of general medicine and surgery

Demonstrated knowledge of methods and techniques of diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases and injuries

Ability to effectively screen and gather required information in a professional, culturally competent and customer service oriented manner

Ability to motivate clients through discussion and persuasion

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities

Ability to maintain composure and work objectively with clients who may be hostile or verbally abusive

Minimum 1 year working as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

The Application Packet

A resume or curriculum vitae

A cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications for the position.

The Selection Process

For details about how we typically screen applications, we evaluate candidates as follows:

Initial review of minimum qualifications

Phone screen

Oral exam

Consideration of top candidates

Language assessment (if applicable)

Background, reference, and education checks

Note : Please monitor your email for messages from the Recruiter; a delayed response may affect consideration. Do not include school attendance dates in the initial application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion

Multnomah County values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Details are on our veterans’ preference page.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act

We provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose disability prevents completing an application or participating in the recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter in advance to request assistance; individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact via Telecommunications Relay Service at 711.

Questions?

Recruiter Christopher Bogan

Email christopher.bogan@multco.us

Phone +1 (971) 4389901

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer : This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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