The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for projecting and integrating the Mission and Core Values of the organization as well as AHF's Management Philosophy in the leadership of the Public Health Division.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO OUR SUCCESS!
Begins assigned clinics on time. Ensures compliance with standards by coordinating
patient scheduling to compensate for no-show rate. Works with nursing staff and the
front office to accommodate urgent care/walk-in patients.
Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed
guidelines and according to instructions of HCC Medical Director. Orders, interprets
and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and
health care needs. Reviews laboratory test results and other reports. Records physical
findings and formulates plan and prognosis based on patient's condition; discusses
case with physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient
care plan. Utilizes electronic medical records system to document patient care.
Prescribes medication or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy,
occupational therapy or related therapeutic procedures; refills medication. Refers
patients to physician or specialist for consultation. Reviews charts and performs peer
reviews as directed by HCC Medical Director. Completes diagnosis forms, applications
for SSI, MediCal, ADAP, and HRSA forms. Routinely checks voice mail (at least once
daily), returns phone calls and answers all pages in a timely fashion. Attends weekly
CME meetings (HIV Intercity Rounds), monthly medical staff meetings and other ward
rounds and meetings as requested. Attends all healthcare center case conferences (a
minimum of one per month) to discuss difficult patients. On patient admissions speaks
in person to the AHF inpatient physician at the appropriate hospital, writes out an H&P
(history and physical), writes admitting orders as appropriate and gives to patient to
take to the emergency room if being admitted. Demonstrates flexibility and willingness
to provide coverage at other AHF sites upon request. Schedules vacation or conference
leave time at least one month in advance; arranges own provider coverage at the site
and informs the Regional Medical Director of the staffing change at least one month
prior to vacation/conference. Calls HCC Medical Director and Office Administrator with
as much advance notice as possible for sickness and/or unplanned days off.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Fifth year college or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer/Software Skills & Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Logician Database software.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Other Skills & Abilities/Qualifications

• Sensitivity to issues surrounding HIV and AIDS.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

• Valid Physician Assistant License or valid RNP/FNP in the state of employment.

• If a RNP/ FNP license must have valid furnishing license.

Benefits at AHF

AHF offers comprehensive benefits to help our employees do and be their very best! These benefits are intended to enhance employee physical, financial, spiritual and professional health.