Qualifications for a PA MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS + Education, Experience, and Training + Must be a graduate of an approved Physician Assistant program and successfully complete the NCCPA exam. + Must possess current Iowa Physician Assistant License. + Must possess a current DEA registration and State of Iowa Controlled Substances Act registration. + Must possess Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree plus three years of directly related clinical experience. + Must possess Master’s Degree if practicing in an outreach clinic or off-site satellite location. + Previous experience as a Physician Assistant in a clinical setting preferred. + Must possess the ability to function independently under general guidance of the supervising Physician and the policies and procedures of the institution. + Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills. + Must maintain emotional stability in emergency situations. + Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required. + Must possess valid certifications as determined by hospital privilege delineation. + Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English. + Physical Requirements + Sitting – Approximately 25% of shift. + Standing – Approximately 50% of shift. + Walking – Approximately 25% of shift. + Lifting – Approximately 25 pounds. + Twisting – Infrequent. + Bending – Infrequent. + Squat/Kneel – Not a requirement. Requirements for CNM, NP MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS + Education, Experience, and Training + Iowa Board of Nursing Certification as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in the Specialty of Certified Nurse Midwife is required. + Must possess current Iowa Registered Nurse and Advance Practice Nurse License or be able to become licensed. + Must possess Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree plus directly related clinical experience. + Previous experience as Certified Nurse Midwife in a clinical setting preferred. + Must possess the ability to function independently under general guidance of the supervising Physician and the policies and procedures of the institution. + Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills. + Must maintain emotional stability in emergency situations. + Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required. + Must possess valid certifications as determined by hospital privilege delineation. + Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English. + Physical Requirements + Sitting – Approximately 25% of shift. + Standing – Approximately 50% of shift. + Walking – Approximately 25% of shift. + Lifting – Approximately 25 pounds. + Twisting – Infrequent. + Bending – Infrequent. + Squat/Kneel – Not a requirement. WORK ENVIRONMENT + May come in contact with hazardous chemicals or treatment modalities. + The possibility exists of exposure to communicable disease due to working in a healthcare environment. + Involvement in patient care may result in unavoidable work-related illnesses.