Advanced Practice Clinician (NP / PA)

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $5,708.73 - $7,301.68 Semimonthly Department: Health Department Job Type: Regular Represented Exemption Status: United States of America (Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): The Opportunity: THIS WORK MATTERS! Do you have a passion for professional, comprehensive specialized nursing? Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of patients? Do you strive to make a difference in your community? This recruitment will be used to fill Advanced Practice Clinician vacancies within Integrated Clinical Services.The clinics include: East County Health Center Mid County Health Center Fernhill Health Center North Portland Health Center Northeast Health Center Southeast Health Center Future Opportunities: Applying for this posting will give you the opportunity to be placed on the eligible list for future positions as they become available. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular, full or part time, temporary, on call and limited duration assignments. This position qualifies for various Loan Repayment options Integrated Clinical Services provides quality health services for people who experience barriers to accessing care. The division operates medical and dental clinics, outreach programs, and provides health services in the county's jails and juvenile detention facility. As a Advanced Practice Clinician you will provide professional, comprehensive specialized nursing services with an emphasis on prevention of disease and promotion of health. The Advanced Practice Clinician establishes a therapeutic relationship with a diversity of patients, including refugees and low-income populations. REQUIRED: The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application. 1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND 2. Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following: Demonstrate your experience working with diverse vulnerable populations; and How you meet the qualifications for this position; and Why you are interested in the position SCREENING & EVALUATION: The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows: Initial review of minimum qualifications Resume and Cover Letter Review Phone screen Consideration of top candidates Language assessment Background, reference Note: The application, resume and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process. To Qualify Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: Masters degree or equivalent in nursing from an accredited college or university Possession of a valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certificate License to practice as a Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant in the State of Oregon CPR/BLS certification DEA certification Preferred Special Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of general medicine and surgery; Demonstrated knowledge of methods and techniques of diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases and injuries; Ability to effectively screen and gather required information in a professional, culturally competent and customer service oriented manner; Ability to motivate clients through discussion and persuasion; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities; Ability to maintain composure and work objectively with clients who may be hostile or verbally abusive. Minimum 1 year working as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant *Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment. Note: Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages from the Recruiter as you may be emailed requesting additional information. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered. In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials. Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711. Questions? Recruiter: Christopher Bogan Email: Phone: +1 (971) 4389901 Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Job Profile: 6324 - Advanced Practice Clinician (Exempt)