Jasper Newton County Public Health District
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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