Job Description
Overview The Advance Practice Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide Home-Based Primary Care in patient homes or Assisted Living communities. They hold a panel of patients and are responsible for diagnosing, treating and managing their acute and chronic medical conditions with MD oversight.
Duties & Responsibilities - Performing comprehensive in-home assessments for identified patients of the practice and assisting the primary care team in better managing chronic diseases.
- Reviewing current symptoms and identifying diagnosis to be used in care management and active medical management of treatment.
- Completing physical examinations, medication reviews, vital checks, lab draws, wound care and depression screenings.
- Communicating assessment findings that will be used to inform the PCP of potential gaps in care.
- Accuracy on risk capture, high quality metrics and closure rates.
- High patient satisfaction and improved health status including reduced hospitalization and ER visits.
- Thinking critically to address patient needs, providing the appropriate resources and follow-up care to improve stability.
- Educating patients on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance.
- Complying with all HIPAA regulations and maintaining security of protected health information.
- Ability to travel 5 days a week to provide care to patients in their home based on the needs of business/market.
Qualifications - Education: FNP/Family Nurse Practitioner, APRN, Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant/PA.
- Experience:
- A minimum of 2 + years of clinical experience as an NP/PA in the primary care or home care setting.
- Unrestricted NP or PA license in the State of IN.
- Nurse Practitioner certification from either the ANCC / AANP.
- Working knowledge of chronic care management and various medication options.
- Current DEA licensure / Prescriptive Authority post-hire.
- Experience in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Gerontology, and Palliative Care.
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
The working environment and physical requirements of the job include: In-office work is performed indoors in a traditional office setting with air conditioning, artificial light, and an open workspace.
In this position you will need to communicate with customers, vendors, management, and other co-workers in person and over devices, sometimes with people who are agitated. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting for extended periods is common. Must be able to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents. Lifting of up to 10 lbs. occasionally may be required. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, copiers, and FAX machines. Good reasoning ability is important. Able to understand and utilize management reports, memos, and other documents to conduct business.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.
Our Benefits
Financial Well-being
- Competitive Compensation:We offer competitive salaries to attract and retain the best talent.
- 401(k) with Employer Match:Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and a generous 4% employer match.
Health and Wellness
- Comprehensive Medical Plan: We proudly offer a comprehensive medical option with an employer contribution.
- Dental & Vision Coverage: Maintain your oral and eye health with our employer-paid dental and vision plans via MetLife.
- Employer-Paid Insurance: Life, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance are provided at no cost to you.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy ample time off for rest and rejuvenation with generous PTO, holidays, and wellness time.
Additional Perks
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) Allowance for APPs: Stay at the forefront of your field with our CME allowance.
- Commuter Benefits: Save on your commute with our commuter benefits program.
- Mileage Reimbursement: Get reimbursed for work-related travel expenses.
