Medical degree, Nurse Practitioner degree, or Physician Assistant degree from an accredited university.
Current license required; Nurse Practitioners must be board-certified.
Compliance with state and federal licensure requirements, including DEA.
Current certification in BLS is mandatory.
Preferred 1 year of relevant experience, though not required.
Understanding of medical coding and billing practices.
Knowledge of OSHA, HIPAA, and blood-borne pathogen regulations.
Responsibilities
Perform complete physical exams and assessments for various patient presentations.
Select, order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and images.
Analyze test reports to diagnose patients effectively.
Prescribe and administer treatments, therapies, and medications.
Perform procedures like laceration repair and orthopedic interventions.
Explain procedures and discuss test results with patients.
Document findings and treatment plans in patient charts promptly.
Coordinate clinic activities, training, and community outreach as needed.
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development and training.
Engagement in community outreach initiatives.
Involvement in special projects and duties.
Work in a safety-sensitive environment.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for providing primary and episodic care to patients following accepted standards and protocols.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs complete physical exams and assessments of patients including urgent, emergent, and non-urgent presentation.
Selects, orders, performs, and interprets tests, and analyzes diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition and augment physical findings.
Analyzes reports and findings of tests to diagnose patients.
Prescribes or administers treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness and injury.
Performs procedures including laceration repair, and orthopedics and provides referrals to medical specialists.
Explains procedures and discusses test results and prescribed treatments with patients.
Notates findings and treatment course in patient chart including follow-up notes. Locks and closes out charts within 24-48 hours.
Coordinate and participate in clinic, recruitment, training, community outreach, and professional development events as needed.
Manages special projects and duties as assigned. This is a safety-sensitive position.
Qualifications:
Education:
Medical degree, Nurse Practitioner degree, or Physician Assistant degree from an accredited university.
Licenses/Certification:
Must obtain and maintain a current license. Nurse Practitioners must be board-certified.
State and federal licensure requirements including DEA.
Must obtain and maintain a current certification in BLS.
Experience:
1 year is preferred but not required.
Skills:
Understanding of medical coding and billing.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations including OSHA, HIPAA, blood-borne pathogens, and others.
Competent with common PC applications including Internet, Email, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate new and current provider staff.
