1. Conducts patient assessments including medical history review, physical examinations, diagnostic testing, and differential diagnosis to ensure high standards of patient care and safety are maintained.
2. Provides patient education regarding medical conditions, treatment options, and preventive care measures.
3. Performs minor procedures and treatments, such as wound care, injections, and suture removal, as needed.
4. Assists physicians during surgical procedures, including retracting tissues, suturing, and maintaining a sterile field. 
5. Displays and promotes professional, courteous, and collaborative interaction with patients/families, physicians, staff, and other Vail Health departments to ensure comprehensive patient care.
6. Demonstrates understanding and practices within Colorado Rule 400, governing physician assistants. Supports National Patient Safety Goals and other patient safety initiatives and integrates them into daily clinic practice. 
7. Documents patient encounters, procedures performed, and treatment plans accurately and timely in the electronic medical record system. Ensures that patient documentation is in accordance with accreditation and regulatory compliance standards. 
8. Participates in quality improvement initiatives and professional development activities to continue to build clinical skills and knowledge. 
9. Practices fiscal responsibility by ensuring efficient and cost-effective coordination of care. 
10. Provides training and guidance to clinical and non-clinical staff in support of professional development and effective performance across the healthcare team. 
11. Role models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
12. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

• Two years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant in related area preferred.

• License and certifications per the employee's contract. With credentialing by the Medical Staff Office.

• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

• N/A

Benefits at Vail Health (Full and Part Time) Include:

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
  • Competitive wages
  • Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
  • Housing programs
  • Childcare reimbursement 
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: 
  • Medical
  • Dental 
  • Vision
• Educational Programs: 
  • Tuition Assistance 
  • Existing Student Loan Repayment
  • Specialty Certification Reimbursement
  • Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
• Paid Time Off:
  • Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching 
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
  • Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
  • Recreation discounts
  • Pet insurance