Nurse Practitioner - Family Medicine Residency Programs Casper

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Job Title

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Job Purpose

Provide direct primary care to patients, with emphasis on geriatric care, including treatments and medications. Locations of care include clinic, nursing home, hospice, assisted living and patients' homes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and physical examinations for patients.
• Complete recertifications as required by Medicare.
• Develop and implement individualized, long-term care plans.
• Manage chronic diseases and address acute medical issues.
• Prescribe medical care to patients, including treatments and medications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.

Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork (Collaboration)
• Individual Leadership
• Integrity
• Technical/Professional Knowledge
• Service Orientation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – Nurse Practitioner

Education: Master’s degree in Nursing

Experience: 1-3 years nurse practitioner experience preferred

Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements:

• Valid State of Wyoming authorization as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Prescriptive authority in the State of Wyoming.
• National certification in degree specialty.
• For certain specialized positions, a DEA registry license may be required.
• Valid CPR certification (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
• Valid BLS certification (basic life support)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – Physician’s Assistant

Education: Master’s degree

Experience: 3 years as a Physician’s Assistant

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:

• National and valid State of Wyoming certification as a Physician’s Assistant
• Prescriptive authority in the State of Wyoming
• Licensure by the Wyoming Board of Medicine

• The level of this position will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience.

Desired Qualifications

• 3 Years of Geriatric Experience
• Certification or Focused Training in Geriatric Care
• Experience in Providing Geriatric Care
• Experience Working in Assisted Living Facilities and/or Skilled Nursing Facilities
• FQHC Experience
• Healthcare Student Teaching Experience
• PCMH Experience

Required Application Materials

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates

upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter

2. Resume or C.V.

3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

WORK LOCATION: This position provides vital support to clinic patients, and the successful candidate must be available to work on site at the clinic.

Work Authorization Requirements

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States.

Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/7/2026 will receive full consideration.

Hiring Statement/EEO

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu [jobapps@uwyo.edu/].

About Casper

Centrally located in the state, Casper offers a bustling city experience as well as the close to nature feel. You'll get a taste of everything, from outdoor recreation to cultural & historical museums, to shopping. "The Oil City" boasts the second highest population in the state at over 57,500 people.

Casper is close to ski slopes on Casper Mountain, and home of the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center. It is also the county seat of Natrona County. For more information visit: visitcasper.com