JASPER NEWTON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DISTRICT

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Jasper Newton County Public Health District is accepting applications for the position described below.

JASPER NEWTON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Opening Date:Immediately

Closing Date:When Filled

Position:Family Planning Health Care Provider

Nurse Practitioner

OR

Physician’s Assistant

OR

Medical Doctor

OR

Doctor of Osteopath

Salary:Negotiable

(Part-Time will be considered)

This position is open to any person meeting the minimum qualifications as outlined on the attached job description.

Application and Job Description can be downloaded at

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Danny Brackin, CPA

Director

Jasper Newton County Public Health District

139 West Lamar Street

Jasper, Texas 75951

Phone: (409)384-6829, Ext. 237

Fax: (409)384-4770

JASPER NEWTON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:Family Planning Health Care Provider

Department / Program:Jasper Office

FLSA:Non-Exempt

*Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Provides health care for women in the Jasper Office under the direction of the medical director. Participates in examining, diagnosing, counseling and medical treatment as indicated per protocol.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED (ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES)

(Essential functions are those functions that the employee must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. Regular and predictable work schedule and attendance are considered essential functions.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING, OTHER RELATED DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED:

(10%)Administer immunizations

(25%)Perform physical exams for Family Planning and Breast and Cervical Cancer

Services

( 5%)Review records and laboratory results

(10%)Referral/Follow-up on clients referred to in-house and outside providers

(20%)Counseling and Treatment of clients per established protocols

Telephone contacts with clients incoming and outgoing

Dispense Birth Control Pills

(25%)Responsible for proper chart documentation

( 5%)Supervise clinic staff

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GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Nurse Practitioner

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in nursing.

Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

Experience in nursing work; preferably a public health clinic setting with some supervisory responsibilities

Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Physician’s Assistant

Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course

in health care.

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.

Experience in Physician Assistant, preferably a public health clinic setting

Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopath

License to practice medicine.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Professional nursing theory, nursing processes, nursing sciences, and clinical skills

Principles and practice of public health nursing and health care management

Skills in:

Interpreting laboratory findings, physical signs/symptoms, and information on medical charts

Developing a plan of action for resolving problems identified

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Ability to:

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines

Establish and maintain effective working relationships

Exercise independent judgment in appraising situations

Special Instructions and/or Remarks:

Weekend work may occasionally be required

Bilingual (Spanish/English) desirable

Must have reliable transportation (when JNCPHD vehicle unavailable)

Valid drivers license and proof of automobile liability insurance required

Registration, Certification, or Licensure

Nurse Practitioner

Licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas

Physician Assistant

Licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas

Doctor of Osteopath

Licensed to practice Medicine in the State of Texas

Medical Doctor

Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Texas

Physical Condition

Good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Work Environment

Indoor environment; potential exposure to variety of infectious and/or communicable diseases; human body fluids

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