This NP/PA is for our Pediatric department.

SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, provides primary care to patients ranging in age from birth to 21 years of age. Works as part of a care team that practices evidenced based medicine in a Patient Centered Medical Home model of care.

Education and/or experience

• Graduation from an accredited school of medicine
• Hold current license to practice in state of Virginia
• Current DEA certificate
• Board Certification preferred
• CPR Certified
• Credentialed per Community Health Center Policies and Procedures for billing services under Medicare/Medicaid
• Competencies
• Ability to observe, assess and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirement.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
• Effective verbal and written communist skills.
• Effective computer skills (Microsoft Office, EClinical Works and Google).

Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Clinical Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.

• Obtains and documents, or causes to be obtained and documented; appropriate chief complaint, past medical, family and social history, review of systems, examination, medications and allergies, assessment and plan for each patient within the electronic medical record.
• Provides medical orders for prescription refills, administration of medications, ancillary testing, and/or referrals within electronic medical record as per policy.
• Reviews ancillary test results and coordinates notification to the patient as per policy.
• Provides education in disease management and prevention.
• Completion of appropriate chart documentation within EHR to comply with insurance and reimbursement guidelines
• Completion of all required documentation within EHR within a timely manner as per policy.
• Participates in on-call schedule.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.

Medical Administrative Works with other clinical staff to establish clinical protocols and measures.

• Follows established agency policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
• Establish, strengthen, and negotiate relationships between the health center and other clinicians, provider organizations and providers in this marketplace.
• Maintains appropriate licensure and certification including meeting and/or exceeding CME requirements.
• Attends all staff and provider meetings as requested.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Supports the mission of PATHS.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. AAP/EEO Statement PATHS’ provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics
• Primary Care

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person

License/Certification:

• Medical License (Required)

Work Location: In person