Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

The University of Vermont

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Center for Health and Wellbeing

The University of Vermont's Center for Health and Wellbeing (CHWB) seeks
applicants for the position of Health Care Provider (Nurse Practitioner
or Physician Assistant) in the Student Health/Medical Clinic. This
position reports to the Director of Primary Care Services, and provides
primary health care in an outpatient setting to University students. The
CHWB is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory
Health Care (AAAHC).

We seek an experienced clinician with excellent people skills, knowledge
of the developmental and health issues of young adults, a collaborative
work style, and a demonstrated interest and commitment to diversity and
multicultural competence. The successful candidate will be energetic,
creative, forward-thinking and able to juggle competing priorities in a
dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include: Evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, education
and counseling of patients seeking primary health care, consultation
with physician and other clinician staff as necessary and appropriate,
occasional shared coverage of home varsity athletic contests,
participation in medical audits and interdisciplinary teams,
participation in the on-site clinical instruction of nursing and medical
students, residents, and athletic training students.

Minimum qualifications include: Master's degree in health field and
graduate of Nurse Practitioner (NP) program or certification from a
State Board of Medicine approved Physician Assistant (PA) program and
two years experience in direct patient care, or an equivalent
combination. Knowledge of developmental issues of adolescents/young
adults, experience working with college age population required as is a
strong commitment to working with a diverse staff and student
population. Experience working with injured athletes desired.

This is a 12-month full-time position.  Salary is commensurate with
experience and  includes a full benefit package. For more information
about the CHWB, please visit  our website at www.uvm.edu/health

For further information, or to apply with electronic application, resume
and cover letter for #032316, visit our website at: www.uvmjobs.com
Tel: 802-656-3494.  Cover letter should include a statement of
experience/commitment to working with issues of diversity.

UVM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to
recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding
faculty, staff, and students. All applicants who share this goal are
encouraged to apply.