The advanced practice provider will have responsibilities in medical service as pertains to the general mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and the specific needs of the Department of Neurology. Responsibilities shall include direct patient care on the inpatient stroke service of Decatur Memorial Hospital (DMH), participation in the DMH Primary Stroke Center protocols as required, and assisting with general neurologic consultations at DMH as time and training permits.

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Certified Nurse Practitioner
1. Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program; AND
2. Received passing score on national certifying exam; AND
3. Ability to be licensed in the State of Illinois as a Nurse Practitioner; AND
4. Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations

Physician Assistant-Certified
1.  Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program; AND
2.  Received a passing score on the national certifying exam; AND
3.  Licensure as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois (or eligibility for licensure); AND
4.  Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations

• Knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and care of patients with neurologic issues, and in particular who are suffering from vascular neurologic problems, will be highly valued but not essential.

Please Read the Position Description for this specific vacancy to ensure that you are interested.  To apply:

1. Select the 'Apply to Job' button at the bottom of this posting
2. Complete the application forms attached to the vacancy.
3. Upload the documents listed below.

• Upload: CV; please include the following required elements:
• All dates in MM/YYYY format
• Gaps in education, training, and employment clearly addressed
• All Licensure and Board certifications listed
• All facility privileges listed for the last ten (10) years
• Upload other forms as apply: Professional Licenses; Registrations; Certifications; Transcripts; References; Letter of Interest, etc. (use 'Upload Documents' link on Faculty & PA Application page)

Upon completion of the above listed items, you will have officially applied for this position and your application materials will be reviewed by the hiring department.