OC Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

 

Job Title: OC Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Department: Counseling Center

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 160 Hours per year
• 9 Months per year
• 6-10 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts college with 2,300 students from around the world. Employees set the stage for student success by bringing their diverse experience and knowledge to the table. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work.

Job Summary

Provide professional mental health medical services to the students of Colorado College, including medication management, medication assessment, prescribing, and coordination with Counseling Center Staff.

 

Responsibilities

· Provide medication review to students; meet with students to assess response to medications, need for new medications or medication changes; check for negative side-effects and refer for appropriate medical tests.

· Follow current Colorado Regulations for NP’s and/or PA’s.

· Provide professional support by phone to counseling center staff (24 hours) when necessary.

· Maintain appropriate medical records and complete electronic medical records of all services.

· Provide Electronic prescribing through Electronic Health Records and follow all state regulations regarding electronic prescribing.

· Assist with case management, hospitalization and consultation with other professionals, hospitals and facilities, regarding the care of students with mental health issues.

· Assist with referral and admission to psychiatric hospitals, when necessary.

· Maintain Personal Medical Malpractice Insurance and provide a copy of face sheet to the director.

· Attend Weekly case review meetings with staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Colorado Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with unencumbered license to practice in Colorado plus proof of an established history of providing direct medication management services to a mental health population; experience in treating college-aged patients is preferred. Must be knowledgeable of current psychopharmacologic treatments and remain current on recent research trends.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: open until filled
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

Final offer decision will take place by the end of January 2025

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• Band 00; Other - See position details $100.00/hour

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 0.085 vacation hours for each hour worked and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits including free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

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