Job Description

Summary

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Mountain Clinic

Western Maine Mountain Clinic

Newry, ME

Per Diem - Days

Stephens Memorial Hospital and MaineHealth Western Maine Mountain Clinic are seeking a patient centered, respectful, flexible, and detail oriented Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to work per diem in our clinic located in the base lodge at Sunday River Ski Area.
The clinic is staffed by a single NP or PA medical provider plus an RN, imaging tech, and clinic manger. Physician backup is available by phone through the Stephens Memorial Emergency Department. Ambulance transfers are readily available via PACE paramedic service.

Hours: The clinic is open during regular daytime hours 7 days a week, including holidays, during the ski season from late November to early April.

Skills required:

• Evaluation and treatment of injured skiers and snowboarders.
• Ordering and interpretation of plain film radiographs
• Treatment of common fractures and dislocations, including appropriate reduction and immobilization.
• Assistance with triaging of injured skiers and snowboarders who present to the Sunday River Ski Patrol.
• Transfer of patients whose injuries are more severe, or more potentially severe, and who may require additional evaluation or treatment beyond the capabilities of the clinic and its staff.
• Evaluation, treatment, and follow up of injured employees and workers at Sunday River Ski Resort. The clinic also provides limited vaccine services to Sunday River employees.
• Evaluation and treatment of patients with minor episodic illness such as upper respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, pharyngitis, and otitis.
• Administration of appropriate analgesia (including both parenteral, intranasal, and oral medications).
• Lacerations, except those requiring extensive or cosmetic repair, may be sutured.
• Initial treatment and preparation for transfer of medical emergencies and cardiac arrests. A code card with ACLS drug box, defibrillator, and airway management tools will be available.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor\'s degree and successful completion of accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure.
• Experience in emergency medicine preferred, not required.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Current DEA registration and ACLS

To learn more, please contact: Donna Lafean, Provider Recruiter, MaineHealth/Stephens Memorial Hospital at

About Stephens Memorial Hospital: Stephens Memorial Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital, is a proud member of MaineHealth, the premier healthcare system in Maine, and is nationally renowned for its innovative programs in rural healthcare. Norway Maine, is a scenic affordable community in the heart of a four-season recreational area. Surrounded by more than ten lakes and ponds, Norway is a haven for boating, swimming, fishing and ice skating. The nearby mountains provide hiking with vista views of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range. Family ski resorts, including Sunday River, are less than an hour away. Excellent public and private schools and a variety of housing options make Norway an exceptional place to call home.

Additional Information

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With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you\'ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.

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