ER & Hospitalist NP/PA | 7 On/7 Off | Independent Practice | Low Patient Volume

Our partner, a 20-bed critical access hospital in Southwest Kansas, is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide emergency room and inpatient care within their hospital system. If you are a provider who loves variety and flexibility, this is the perfect opportunity to practice independently in strong collaboration with the hospital medical director.

Highlights

• Independent provider role
• Low patient volume
• Variety of care and flexibility
• Relocation assistance available

Schedule

• 7 on/7 off schedule
• Wednesday to Wednesday rotation
• Physician backup available by phone
• Providers alternate Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays
• EMR: TruBridge (CPSI)

Benefits

• 7 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually; unused PTO paid out annually
• Holiday bonus for worked holidays
• 5 CME days plus $3,000 CME allowance
• 75% of Health Insurance premium paid
• $500 professional membership allowance
• Retirement plan with 9% employer contribution
• DEA and License fees reimbursed
• Employer paid clinical certifications
• Loan repayment may be considered for qualified candidates

Responsibilities

• Combination of ER and inpatient care
• Evaluate and treat emergency department patients
• Provide daily rounding and inpatient management and care
• Manage outpatient, observation, acute and swing bed patients
• Collaborate with nursing staff and physician leadership

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN); and/or completion of a recognized Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, required
• Or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate program (PA-C), required
• 3+ years of emergency room experience, preferred
• Eligible or active Kansas APRN or PA licensure
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification ( or ability to obtain)

The Kansas Recruitment and Retention Center (KRRC) partners with hospitals, private practices, community health centers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC), and other organizations to help strengthen the health care workforce in rural and urban under resourced communities across the State. KRRC services are designed to assist Kansas communities in recruiting and retaining physicians, dentists, pharmacists, physician assistants, APRNs, nurses, dental hygienists, allied health professionals, and behavioral health professionals. In addition to offering recruitment support for Kansas health care facilities and job search support to a variety of health care providers, the KRRC offers resources for CV/resume building, interview prep, and contract negotiation.  

Currently partnering with 55+ health care organizations, we serve as their initial point of contact and liaison in recruiting those seeking to serve in rural and urban underserved communities.

Our Health System is comprised of a District Hospital, a 20-bed critical access hospital and three rural health clinics. Our skilled medical professionals offer patient-focused care in a variety of settings. Our team will support patients through their entire healthcare journey, from initial consultation to post-treatment follow-ups. We strive to provide the most convenient and efficient healthcare experience, meeting all needs and exceeding all expectations.  

Our community serves as the county seat and is a great place to raise a family: with an exceptional school system that has a successful academic, sports, and fine arts programs. Both the city and the county were named for General George C. Meade, the Union commander at Gettysburg. Located in the rugged southwest region of the state, our State Park boasts an 80-acre lake and 440-acre park. Meade provides the opportunity to get away from the crowds in a sparsely populated region of the state. We are located less than a 45-minute drive to concerts, indoor professional football, restaurants and other city amenities.