Job Description
We are seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to add to our current clinician group. This position will be a split between our family medicine and orthopedics teams. Our team currently includes two Family Physicians and ten advanced practice clinicians, as well as a behavioral health team. We also collaborate with more than 25 specialists who provide outreach services in the West Union area, along with over ten telemedicine specialty clinicians. In addition, we have clinics in the Postville, IA, and Fayette, IA communities. West Union is a rural community in beautiful NE Iowa. Enjoy your life and practice in West Union, the county seat for Fayette County. Our town has been designated as a Green Main Street community with many outdoor recreational opportunities, a wonderful school system, and a robust community. The population base for West Union and surrounding rural communities is approximately 21,000. A state-of-the-art, completely remodeled, full-service hospital is attached to the clinic. An Iowa license and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program is required to start but not a prerequisite for applying. Emplify Health by Gundersen is: A physician-led, not-for profit healthcare system Located throughout western Wisconsin, northeastern Iowa, and southeastern Minnesota caring for patients in 22 counties A regional referral center with regional hospitals A teaching hospital with 325 beds and a Level II Trauma and Emergency Center The designated Western Academic Campus for the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health We offer a competitive salary, loan forgiveness, generous benefits, including CME time and monetary allowance, retirement plan and more. Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities. You will find that we live our values every day, which is a BREATH of all things good. Belonging, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork and Humility. West Union is a welcoming, family-friendly community in the heart of northeast Iowa. The town is a vibrant community that perfectly blends modern convenience with rural charm. Known for its strong sense of community and rich history, West Union offers a unique opportunity to live in an area where you are truly valued. The town’s picturesque surroundings, including beautiful Echo Valley State Park, provide endless opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and fishing. With affordable housing, excellent schools, and a welcoming atmosphere. West Union is an ideal spot for a clinician looking to make a lasting impact while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance. It is not just a place to practice medicine – it is a place to truly call home. For more information about West Union, IA visit http://www.westunion.com/ Position Purpose • Physician Assistant (PA) activities may not exceed his or her educational training or experience and may not exceed the scope of practice of a supervising physician. An addendum will be used itemizing those items that have been reviewed by a supervising physician as appropriate activities within the practice setting and consistent with the PA's training and experience. PA will work under direct supervision of a supervising physician. Supervision is assured through the use of written protocols which are updated and reviewed annually, direct consultation for situations not covered by protocols, and countersignature of prescriptions and/or patient record. Scheduling Pattern • Will work in a clinic setting. Typically Monday-Friday, day hours. Education/Licensure/Training/Experience • Graduate of and accredited physician assistant program. NCCPA (National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants) certified or eligible; and licensed or eligible for licensure by the Medical Examining Board(s) of the state(s) in which the PA functions. Special Skills & Abilities: Mus