Job Description:

　　This Advanced Practice Provider (APP; nurse practitioner and/or physician assistant) will partner with four Epileptologists and two APPs, as well as fully supported clinical staff, at Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah. Our specialized epilepsy program provides those with epilepsy in the Intermountain West access to the latest research and treatment options. The program has been named a Level 4 Epilepsy Center by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers - which is the highest level of certification possible for an epilepsy program. The designation recognizes the program's professional expertise and its ability to provide the highest level of medical and surgical evaluations and treatment for patients with epilepsy and other seizure disorders.

　　The APP will be expected to see epilepsy patients in clinic return visits, along with new patient visits for first-time seizure and hospital follow-up. The APP will also perform admissions to the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit at IMC, including admission orders, daily rounding, and discharging patients.

　　The APP will provide care to patients with neuromodulation devices, such as vagus nerve stimulators (VNS), responsive neurostimulators (RNS), and deep brain stimulation (DBS). This care will include managing patient communication and message logs. The APP will also partner with our registered nurses in epilepsy surgical tracking.

　　After initial onboarding, the APP can expect to work four 10-hour-days a week; days split between the outpatient clinic and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. The APP can also anticipate occasional weekend rounding coverage.

　　Epilepsy (Neurology)

　　Job Essentials

　　Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) are accountable for the provision of patient care at the top of licensure, within their scope of practice. Licensed, credentialed and privileged to perform such duties as:

　　Maintenance and promotion of health and prevention of disease;

　　Assessment, diagnosis, treatment, correction, and consultation;

　　Procedures as outlined by specialty, and referral for health problems;

　　Education of the patient, patient's family, clinical staff, and others;

　　Prescription or administration of prescription drugs or devices in accordance with a consultation and referral plan;

　　Consultation with other healthcare providers;

　　Appropriate and timely documentation of clinical care;

　　Continually learning and developing for optimal patient care and outcomes.

　　Advanced Practice Providers may also participate in research, utilize evidence-based practice to improve quality patient care, protocol development, care process model development, and best practice standards for assigned patient population throughout our organization.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Current state license as an Advance Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA).

　　and -Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

　　and -Eligible for State Controlled Substance License II through V.

　　and -Eligible for Federal DEA Certificate II through V.

　　and -BLS Certification for Healthcare Providers.

　　and -Other certification as required (e.g. ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NRP).

　　Physical Requirements:

　　Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

　　and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.

　　and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.

　　and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

　　and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).

　　and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

　　Anticipated job posting close date:

　　Location:

　　Intermountain Medical Center

　　Work City:

　　Murray

　　Work State:

　　Utah

　　Scheduled Weekly Hours:

　　40

　　The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

　　$53.77 - $82.97

　　We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

　　Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/) , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers (http://www.sclhealthbenefits.org) ; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/diversity/) .

　　Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

　　Intermountain Health is a Utah-based, not-for-profit system of 33 hospitals (includes "virtual" hospital), a Medical Group with more than 3,800 physicians and advanced practice clinicians at about 385 clinics, a health plans division called SelectHealth, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery.

　　Join our world-class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment.

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　　We intentionally work toward an Intermountain Health that reflects our diverse communities and provides culturally competent care, health equity, and a sense of belonging amongst all our caregivers (employees). This is an important part of fulfilling our mission to help people live the healthiest lives possible. The three pillars of our work are talent experience with Intermountain (application, internship, development, etc.), community benefit, and care delivery.

　　Learn more about diversity at Intermountain, here. (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/diversity/)

　　Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition team and we will get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match.

　　Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more. (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/peak-program/)

　　The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

　　All positions subject to close without notice.

　　Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!