Full Job Description
As a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you will be responsible for providing patient care services to the Primary Health Care, Inc. (PHC) patient population in assigned clinic sites, and occasionally any of the various Outreach Project sites, including, but not limited to, patient homes, school-based clinics, mobile unit(s), shelters, street sites, and any other current or future designated location or PHC site. Works collaboratively with a Patient Care Team to provide, delegate, evaluate, and coordinate comprehensive professional care for patients of all cultures and backgrounds. Meets ever changing healthcare challenges while engaging patients in holistic care. Utilizes established workflows to ensure patient and staff satisfaction and organizational financial success. Demonstrates iCare values in daily work.
This Float Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide patient care and coverage across all PHC clinic locations, supporting the needs of each clinic.
What's Great About this Position?
3Continue to develop your skills and grow your career through PHC's training opportunities including: PHC University, Emerging Leaders, and medical and dental assistant training programs.3Be part of a team who can provide different services and specialties to our patients.3Great team environment in a beautifully remodeled clinic.3Work at multiple locations and be exposed to a variety of medical specialties and patient populations.3Serve vulnerable and underserved populations in an FQHC and make direct and meaningful impact on patients who have barriers and limited access to healthcare.
What You Will Do
1Provides medical care in accordance with established standards, regulations, and policies and procedures of PHC. Obtains medical histories and performs examination to diagnose and treat patients in person or via telemedicine. Orders diagnostic tests including radiology and laboratory studies and interprets results. Writes medical orders and prescriptions. Performs approved procedures. Provides patient and family education and counseling.2Codes patient encounters accurately. Maintains and monitors electronic medical records including history, physical exams, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Ensures complete documentation of medical records within the designated PHC time frame. 3Completes appropriate correspondence, phone calls, referral documentation, prior authorizations, refills, and letters to patients and referring providers within the designated time frame established by PHC.4Actively participates in process improvement work and quality measures consistent with organizational priorities. Collaborates with Patient Care Team members to ensure effective and efficient functioning of the team. 5Follows and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, risk management, medical records/peer review, accreditation requirements and federal, state, and local regulations. 6Leads, mentors, trains, and educates employees, students, and residents. Participates in research as desired.
Qualifications You Need to Bring
Required:
3Graduate of an approved Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.3At least 2 years experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. 3Experience with and demonstrates patient centered care. 3Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills with ability to multi task in a fast-paced environment.3Detail oriented with high degree of accuracy. 3Good listening skills. 3Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications; willingness and ability to learn data base applications.3Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 3Strong professional skills with ability to interact with others in a calm and empathetic, and efficient manner. 3Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to de-escalate difficult situations and work effectively with and serve a diverse population in various environments. 3Excellent collaboration and team-oriented skills. 3Outstanding problem-solving skills with analytical and critical thinking capability.3License/Certifications: Licensed Nurse Practitioner in the state of Iowa; Board Certified as appropriate for license/specialty; current registration with the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners (CSA); *current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers Certification recognized by the American Heart Association; *current Mandatory Reporter Training: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse recognized by the Iowa Department of Public Health; valid driver's license and insurance. *Must be obtained during introductory period if not current.
[If applicable, *Must be obtained within Introductory Period if not current]
Preferred:
3Community Health Center experience3Prior clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant3Bilingual, verbal, and written language proficiency in English/Spanish.
We Take Care of Our People
Your experience and skills determine your base pay. The hiring range for this position is typically $92,400 - $115,500 annually. Candidates with extensive work experience related to this position may be considered for additional compensation up to the pay grade maximum of $138,600 annually.
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