Physician's Asst. (PA)/Nurse Prac. (NP) - Fam. Clinic(Exempt FT)

Job Description

Job DescriptionDEPARTMENT: Family Health Center

SHIFT: 10 Hour Shifts (Exempt - 40hrs/wk)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Nurse Practitioner/Physician’s Assistant is responsible for the day-to-day management of patients in the outpatient setting. The Provider manages the health of patients by providing evaluation and management of acute and chronic illnesses/conditions. The Provider is responsible for the coordination of care with specialists and appropriate ancillary services and shall work collaboratively with all members of the health care team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide primary care to patients through ongoing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Enhance the quality of patient management and satisfaction through support and collaboration with various internal and external programs/organizations.
• All other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) Required:

• Current California Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant License
• DEA Furnishing License
• Current BLS Certification

Education Preferred:

• ACLS Preferred
• PALS Preferred

Minimum Experience Required:

• Must be credentialed through Medical Staff for privileges to see patients within their scope of practice.

Experience Preferred:

• One-year experience working in an outpatient clinic preferred.
• Knowledge of EMR system or ability to learn and use the district Electronic Medical Record system

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to use communication skills to enhance learning through motivation, associations and repetition.
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office.
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other members of the health care team.
• Must be able to withstand stressful situations.
• Critical thinking skills
• Bilingual preferred

Bear Valley Community Healthcare District Is An Equal Opportunity Employer