JobSummaryWe are seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) for the Community Clinic at West Fork Elementary School. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive medical care to patients of all ages, focusing on preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment of various health conditions. This role requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, a commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centered care, and a passion for community health. The Provider will manage a panel of patients, support appropriate interventions, and contribute to quality and value-based care initiatives. Schedule will be approximately Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00. Malpractice coverage and student loan forgiveness available to qualified candidates.
Essential Job Responsibilities- Provides clinical services as defined at the Community Clinic or through sites designated for the provision of health care services by the Clinic
- Practices within the scope of competency as an APRN or PA
- Utilize established evidence-based clinical protocols.
- Adheres to the mission of Community Clinic, reinforces mission with staff, and promotes mission to the community.
- Refers patients for specialized care when conditions fall outside of standard scope of practice of APRN or PA.
- Cooperates with administrative duties such as: credentialing, clinic certifications, medical staff development, and representation within the community.
- Ensures clinical notes are entered in the patient's electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner, according to industry standards and Community Clinic policy.
- Assigns all patient and third party billing responsibility and resultant income to the Community Clinic.
- Participates in Quality Improvement practices in the clinic, including, but is not limited to, chart and peer reviews.
- Meets or exceeds minimum productivity expectations.
- Utilizes all Clinic resources to improve patient outcomes, including behavioral health consultants, Diabetic Educators, audiologists, etc.
- Maintains continuing education at board-required levels.
- Adheres to applicable regulatory guidelines and laws, including but not limited to HIPAA/HITECH, CLIA, HRSA and OSHA.
Community Clinic Essential Competencies- Service: Treats every patient and coworker with empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to help.
- Ownership: Takes responsibility for their actions, follows through on commitments, and upholds high standards even when no one is watching.
- Adaptability: Remains flexible, open to change, and willing to learn in order to meet the evolving needs of our patients, teams, and organization.
- Collaboration: Works together with openness and respect, shares information freely, and supports co-workers to provide seamless, high-quality care.
- Problem Solving: Approaches challenges with curiosity, finds practical solutions, and takes initiative to improve processes and patient experiences.
Required qualifications- Graduate of an accredited nursing or medical school program
- Licensed to practice in the state of Arkansas as an APRN or PA
- Holds a current appropriate DEA number (or is able to obtain)
Preferred qualifications- Experience in an FQHC or other ambulatory care setting strongly preferred.
- Spanish language ability preferred.
- Family Practice experience preferred.
Why Work at Community Clinic?- Be a part of a mission-driven organization committed to providing access to health-care to everyone in your community!
- Professional Liability Coverage
- Access to the HRSA loan forgiveness program
- Quality bonus opportunities (up to 10k annually!)
- Excellent Benefits Package including:
- Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement plan (automatic employer contribution of 5% per paycheck!)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Employee Discounts for Care
