Physician Assistant​/Nurse Practitioner– Mays & Schnapp Neurospine and Pain

Pain management nurse practitioners/physician assistants diagnose pain conditions and determine appropriate procedure and medication-based therapies. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of the organization. It is expected that the employee demonstrates behavior consistent with the core values and supports the Center’s strategic plan.

Experience/

Education/Certification:

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant Program (Master’s Level). Must hold an unencumbered state license and maintain licensure in good standing fulfilling required CME/CEU hours.

Interpersonal:
Development and maintenance of effective relationships with medical and administrative staff, patients, and the public. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally. Ability to remain calm and poised in urgent situations.

Critical Thinking:
Skill in exercising initiative, judgment, problem solving, and decision making. Analysis of complex disease processes. Ability to set priorities and avoid crises management.

Knowledge:
Excellent communication skills, Health promotion and maintenance, Clinical skills, ability to work with the interdisciplinary team, Physiological knowledge, medication, and chronic pain management.

Physical Requirements:

Work requires little or no physical effort. Work requiring light physical exertion is intermittent.

Environmental Conditions:

Work is performed under normal working conditions as in a normal practice environment. Must be able to work under pressure.

Competencies:

Must practice within relevant Standards of Care and Professional Conduct, and execute appropriate (Tennessee and/or Mississippi) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant Protocol