After Hours Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

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.