Job Description
Overview Mercy Medical Group , a multi-specialty group with more than 500 healthcare providers in the Sacramento region, is looking to add a nurse practitioner or physician assistant to its busy Neurology department. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing care to established headache, sleep, and general neurology patients, task completion, patient education, medication refills, and acute/same-day visits as needed. This opportunity is full-time with no call or in-patient responsibilities. Prior experience (especially in Neurology) is preferred, however, the team is interested in training the right candidate.
We will provide your employment through Mercy Medical Group, which will include:
- Group affiliation with Dignity Health, which connects to the highest standard of health care available
- A physician-led, professionally managed practice
- Strong physician support and mentorship
- A competitive income with a signing bonus
- Generous health and welfare offerings for you and your dependents
- Robust time away from work allowances
- Retirement benefits include a 100% company-funded retirement plan
Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit , one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.
And the icing on the cake will be living and working in California's Sacramento Valley
- Rich in history, charm, and a multitude of vibes, Sacramento's many historic buildings, museums, state parks, and sites offer a wide array of ways to explore and experience the area
- Situated conveniently between San Francisco and Lake Tahoe
- A Foodie's paradise with a wide variety of eatery choices throughout Sacramento and beyond
- High-quality arts and entertainment venues - Golden One, home to the Sacramento Kings and the River Cats, our Triple-A affiliate to the San Francisco Giants
- Climate of year-round moderate weather, with warm summers
Responsibilities Patient Assessment and Diagnosis:
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments.
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
Treatment Planning and Management:
- Develop and implement patient care plans.
- Prescribe medications and therapies.
- Provide health promotion and disease prevention education.
Collaboration and Consultation:
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
- Consult with physicians and specialists as needed.
- Coordinate patient care across various settings.
Qualifications - A valid and unrestricted license to practice in the State of California
- Nationally recognized certification (as determined by Medicare)
- Completion of state mandated educational courses
Pay Range $64.43 - $85.06 /hour
Job Tags
Full time, Summer work, Relocation bonus,