Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner (FT) - Ottawa

Who We Are:
Appletree Shared Services Corporation is the most progressive multi-disciplinary medical group in Canada. We assist and manage the practices of Ontario's best family physicians and specialists, including physicians offering virtual healthcare services. For over two decades, we have worked with bright and motivated individuals on our mission to improve access to community healthcare in Canada. Our journey is now leading us to help other parts of the world rebuild access to healthcare in their own communities, and we are only just getting started. Come discover how you may join our talented team and participate in shaping the future of community healthcare

Why You Should Join Us:
We are looking for highly motivated and dedicated individuals to join our industry-leading organization. If you are positive, passionate about healthcare, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment we want to hear from you

At Appletree, we offer a wide range of career opportunities for individuals seeking experience in the healthcare industry. We have suitable positions for medical school hopefuls, those interested in a career in healthcare, foreign medical graduates, those who are still searching for a career path, and experienced professionals who are looking to make a positive impact in our community. We offer opportunities for growth, flexible work hours, access to premium healthcare services for you and your family, a flexible benefits plan, and valuable experience that will jumpstart your career and continue your professional development

The Opportunity:
We are looking for full or part-time primary care nurse practitioners. You will provide general and preventative care, conduct check-ups, treat illnesses, order lab tests, and prescribe medication for children and adults. You'll help with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments, and consultations.

Compensation is highly competitive and commensurate based on education and experience.

Location: Ottawa, Ontario.

What You'll Do:

• Functions independently to perform age-appropriate history and physical for complex acute, critical, and chronically ill perioperative patients.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient's age-specific needs.
• Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities.
• Implements interventions to support the patient to regain or maintain physiologic stability, including but not limited to serving in the first assisting role.
• Assists with the provision of surgical care in accordance with facility, provincial, and federal regulations. Monitors the effectiveness of interventions.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.
• Facilitates staff, patient, and family decision-making by providing educational tools.
• Other duties, as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Graduate of a four-year Baccalaureate degree in Nursing.
• Successful completion of a master's program.
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Member in good standing of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Professional Liability Insurance.
• 1-2 years experience in the Nurse Practitioner role preferred. However recent graduates are also encouraged to apply.
• Current First aid and CPR certification.
• Demonstrated empathy, communication, critical thinking, conflict resolution, problem recognition, and resolution skill.
• Provide medical advice to patients and/or their families.
• Make evidence-based medical decisions.
• Advocate patient care.
• Commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Must be permanently eligible to work in Canada (i.e., Permanent Resident or Canadian Citizen) or have a Work Permit valid beyond 12 months (no sponsorships).

What's Next:
Our process for hiring is rigorous. Our objective is to ensure that you are the right fit for us, just as we are for you. We promote fairness, equity, and diversity, as such, you will meet and speak to various people on our hiring team throughout the process. The screening stage begins with a few application questions, a basic communications assessment, and finally a phone interview. Successful applicants moving into the selection stage will be invited to an interview where more information about the position is given to the candidate. At that point, you will have the opportunity to ask job-specific questions and make an informed decision on whether you should join us.

About Appletree Medical Group:

The Appletree difference
Founded in 1992, Appletree Medical Group is one of Canada's largest multi-specialty groups. Our growing network of modern medical facilities across Ontario enables our doctors to provide world-class medical care to our patients.

Working with highly-trained staff and the latest technology, our physicians are able to deliver the best care possible for patients and their families in our communities.

Our Mission
Appletree Medical Group exists to professionalize, and improve access to, community healthcare in Canada. We provide comprehensive healthcare solutions when, and where, they are needed. We use technology and efficient clinic workflows to optimize medical practices for physicians, while creating flexible and accessible healthcare experiences for our patients.