The Opportunity:The Provider is responsible for the diagnostic evaluation, management, and therapeutic health care of primary care patients of PPH in our Reno Clinic location as well as patients residing in assisted living communities, and residential care homes.
This care includes-
- Obtain history and physical on new patients
- Order/interpret diagnostic tests
- Diagnose and treat chronic conditions and episodic illness
- Perform Advance Care Planning
- Accurate and timely documentation in the EHR
- Coordinates with other members of the care team, both internal and external partners
In addition to the above, the Provider is responsible for the annual comprehensive health assessments in accordance with health plan partners and Medicare guidelines. The assessments may be done in the clinic or residential setting. This service includes:
- Conducts Health Assessment, including past medical history, review of systems, medication reconciliation, and physical exam
- Review and discuss the need to close care gaps and quality measures
- Perform/review standardized screening exams
- Identify all existing medical conditions
- Accurately and timely documentation of assessment and conditions to include quality MEAT Statements
- Identifies patients in need of chronic care management
- Identifies patients in need of pharmacy assistance
- Document Elements of Personal Prevention Plan and health issues to follow up with PCP
The Provider is also responsible for ensuring a safe and smooth transition of patients following an acute or skilled stay or ED visit. The care included is-
- In-home post-acute visit including history and physical and medication reconciliation
- Short-term management of episodic illness related to acute or skilled admission
- Care coordination with team members for the implementation of a safe discharge plan
- Identify barriers/obstacles to safe, self-management in the community and work with care team to overcome or identify alternatives
Qualifications:- Current Nevada NP license, credentialed with Medicare, Medicaid and health plans PPH is actively contracted with (Senior Care Plus, Prominence, OPTUM,) or has the ability to be enrolled with any health plans.
- Minimum two years experience in specialty care area (Geriatrics) in private physician office, clinic setting or community-based program preferred.
- Demonstrates clinical competence including strong communications skills and medical knowledge.
- Remains current in licensure according to state regulation.
- Positively represents the practice by communicating to all visitors, patients and staff in an enthusiastic, friendly and professional manner.
- Provides a positive environment and experience with patients
- Actively seeks out methods to support the practice, staff, patients and physicians
- Participates in Continuing Medical Education as required by their governing board
Benefits Tailored for You and Your Family:- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents
- Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
- 401(k) retirement plan to help secure your financial future
- PTO and Sick Time
- 8 weeks of paid parental leave for growing families
- Travel support with mileage reimbursement for community visits
- Company-issued iPhone for seamless communication
- Monthly wellness allowance to support your physical and mental health
- Professional development funding to advance your clinical expertise and career goals
- Robust clinical support: dedicated RNs and Care Coordinators handle operational tasks, allowing you to focus on patient care
