About this role
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
Provide emergent, urgent, and acute primary care to patients in both the After Hours Clinic and Emergency Department at Grand River Hospital District. This is a hybrid position requiring a commitment to working approximately half of scheduled shifts in the After Hours Clinic and half in the Emergency Department .
Our After Hours Clinic provides a high-quality alternative to the Emergency Department for patients with non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries, while our Emergency Department provides care for patients requiring emergency services.
- 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 presenting to the After Hours Clinic and Emergency Department.
- 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.
- Masters 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 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.
What We Offer
- $75.00 /hr
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
- 457 retirement plan with match
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability, employee assistance programs, AFLAC, identity theft protection and pet insurance.
- Payroll deduction 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.
