After hours physician assistant/Nurse practitioner
At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors and proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.
What You'll Do
- Assess, plan, and provide emergent, urgent and acute primary care in the After Hours Clinic for Grand River Hospital District. Our After Hours Care is a high-quality alternative to the Emergency Department for treating non-threatening illnesses and injuries.
- Examines patients, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data including health history and results of examinations under the supervision of a physician.
- Works in collaboration with Physicians to assess the physical needs of patients admitted to the After Hours Clinic.
- Orders, interprets, and records results of clinical tests and reports results to Physicians and other departments.
- Prescribes medications and makes recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment.
- In addition to clinical duties, participates in quality assurance planning, initiatives, and improvement projects.
- Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Who We're Looking For
Physician Assistant
- Requires graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program. Active Colorado Physician Assistant licensure required.
- National Physician Assistant certification through NCCPA preferred.
- Master’s Degree in area of specialty preferred.
- American Heart Association ACLS and PALS certifications are required upon hire and must be maintained throughout GRHD employment.
- 3 to 5 years working experience in an Emergency Department and/or clinical setting in a similar role preferred.
Nurse Practitioner
- Requires active Colorado Licensure as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner in area of specialty based on RN licensure and Colorado authority for advanced practice.
- American Heart Associaiton ACLS and PALS certifications are required upon hire and must be maintained throughout GRHD employment.
- 3 to 5 years' working experience in an Emergency Department and/or clinical setting in a similar role preferred.
What We Offer
- $56.00 - $60.66 Dependent on Experience
- Bonus (If Eligible)
- We invest in our people because we believe happy employees create a better patient experience. As part of our team, you'll have access to:
- Year-round recreation with everything the outdoor enthusiast can imagine
- Medical, with prescription drug coverage
- Vision and dental insurance
- Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- PTO accrual from day one
- Extended illness benefits/time off
- 457 retirement plan with match
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability, employee assistant programs, AFLAC, identity theft protection and pet insurance.
- Payroll deduct for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, etc.
Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.
Why Grand River Health?
As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient-centered care over financial bottom lines. Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.
Our mission
To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
Our vision
To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.
