SUMMARY

We are seeking a Physician Assistant or a Family Nurse Practitioner to join our medical team.  Functions in an expanded provider role in collaboration with qualified physicians within the framework of jointly approved protocols.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

•             Performs advanced patient assessments.

•             Obtains complete health and psychosocial history and records findings in a systematic format.                      

•             Performs complete physical assessment.               

•             Orders, performs and interprets routine laboratory tests.                             

•             Develops and implements plans for health promotion and health maintenance.

•             Provides periodic health assessments.                     

•             Provides health education and counseling.                            

•             Arranges referrals to other members of the health team as needed and to community resources as appropriate.         

•             Demonstrates awareness of current state, federal and local laws governing the delivery of care.           

•             Uses appropriate reporting mechanisms as required by state law.                             

•             Respects the dignity, confidentiality and privacy of patients.                      

•             Obtains appropriate authorization, consents for treatment.                        

•             Follows proper procedures when handling and disposing of biohazardous waste.              

•             Provides open and timely communication with patients, families and their significant others. 

•             Provides sufficient information to allow patients and significant others to participate in their care.   

•             Provides educational resources to the patient/family as appropriate.                  

•             Demonstrates a commitment to personal growth and development.

•             Obtains ongoing education consistent with level and area of practice.                         

•             Maintains current CPR and other appropriate licensure/certifications.                       

•             Ensures that appearance and personal conduct are professional at all times.          

•             Excellent attendance record.                           

•             Wears appropriate clothing for job functions.                        

•             Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship within the office.                           

•             Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community.                     

•             Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.                  

•             Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.  He/she shall be able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age-specific needs and provide the care needed by the patient group including neonate, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients.  Examples of skills necessary for each specific age group include:

o            Neonates - Pediatrics: Interpreting nonverbal communication, safety practices and medication dosage.

o            Adolescents:  Enlisting patient in treatment, safety and security practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of a Physician’s Assistant training program and certification by the State Board of Physician Assistant.  A current license to practice medicine in this state.  Current CPR certificate.