5+ years of experience in a clinical setting preferred, but new grads welcomed
Current NY State Licensure in good standing required
Strong clinical skills and a comprehensive understanding of health promotion
Excellent bedside manner and capacity for patient education
Ability to work collaboratively within a medical team environment
Responsibilities
Deliver quality care services in a professional manner
Identify and address patient care issues, contributing to physician's planning
Conduct patient assessments through interviews and physical exams
Document patient care in records accurately and thoroughly
Administer injections, sutures, and manage wounds as needed
Counsel patients on health maintenance and emotional well-being
Develop and implement patient management plans for continuity of care
Ensure compliance with infection control policies and maintain a safe environment
Stay updated on legal requirements and educate team on relevant policies
Benefits
Extensive training program available for new graduates
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
Collaborative and supportive work environment
Potential for growth within the organization
Mentorship opportunities provided for new team members
Full Job Description
Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
Medical Director Services PC is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant for a skilled nursing facility in Carthage, NY.
NEW GRADS WELCOME!! WE OFFER EXTENSIVE TRAINING!!
DUTIES:
Assuring delivery of quality care services to all patients in a respectful and professional manner
Contributes to physician's effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range patient care issues that must be addressed; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; recommending options and courses of action; implementing physician directives
Assesses patient health by interviewing patients; performing physical examinations; obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories
Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records
Performs therapeutic procedures by administering injections and immunizations; suturing; managing wounds and infections
Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens; giving normal growth and development information; providing counseling on emotional problems of daily living; promoting wellness and health maintenance
Provides continuity of care by developing and implementing patient management plans
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Develops health care team staff by providing information, educational opportunities, and experiential growth opportunities
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Health promotion and maintenance, thoroughness, clinical skills, informing others, medical teamwork, bedside manner, infection control, administering medication, pain management, self-development
