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Job Summary
? Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, the Nurse Practitioner works as a
member of an interdisciplinary health care team and is able to provide complete clinical
care to patients of all abilities. Familiarity with working within a FQHC Family Practice.
General Accountabilities
? Prescribes or administers specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
? Gathers complete medical history and performs a physical exam on each client.
? Performs pap smears, breast examinations and other medical services as needed.
? Monitors patient’s conditions and progress and reevaluates treatments as necessary.
? Review results of lab tests and diagnostic imaging and arrange appropriate follow-up.
? Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
? Orders lab tests, screenings, and diagnostic procedures
? Documents all information timely using an Electronic Medical Record system.
? Advises patients on diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
? Refers patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary.
? Participates in chart reviews and quality assurance activities as detailed in the Quality
Assurance policies and procedures.
? Participates in provider meetings.
? Trains residents, medical students, and other health care professionals.
? The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Requirements
Job Qualifications
? Equivalent to a Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program.
? Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in family practice.
? Must possess current DEA license and CPR certification (BCLS/ACLS).
? Bilingual in English / Spanish preferred.
? A minimum of 1-year experience in a FQHC is preferred.
? Current CA Driver’s License with dependable automobile with insurance.
? Must be able to interact with people of various socioeconomic statuses and have the ability to address sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
? Must demonstrate strong communication skills in English and ability to speak Spanish is preferred.
? Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
? Possess an active medical license from the State of California with no pending or previous disciplinary action from any licensing entity.
Skills
? Excellent verbal and communication.
? Critical thinking
? Judgment and decision making
? Active listening
? Complex problem solving
? Service orientation
? Active learning
? Monitoring Physical Requirement
? Physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 25 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. The ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time is required.
? Flexibility to work in multiple locations throughout the week.
? The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
? While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to travel to all UCHC facilities as needed.
? Occasionally required to sit and walk.
? Finger dexterity required.
? Hand coordination required.
? Specific vision abilities required for this job include: close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus.
Work Environment
? Exposure to adverse conditions.
? Exposure to extreme heat.
? Exposure to extreme cold.
? Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions.
? Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
? Exposure to high, precarious places.
? Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
? Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
? Exposure to outside weather conditions.
? Possible risk of electrical shock.
? Exposure to explosives.
? Possible risk of radiation and vibration.
? Protective clothing or equipment is required including: gloves, helmets, steel-toed boots, protective eyewear.
? The noise level in the work environment usually is high.
Full Time
Social & Legal Services
$113k-133k (estimate)
11/14/2023
06/21/2024
uchcla.org
LOS ANGELES, CA
25 - 50
2009
RUMI POHWALA
<$5M
Social & Legal Services
UCHC believes in health care for all people. Services are provided to anyone seeking care, regardless of race, medical plan, age, gender, ability to pay, or immigration status. Founded in 2009 by Dr. Edgar Chavez, UCHC is a technology-driven, recognized Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) located in South Los Angeles, one of the most diverse and impoverished areas in the city. The PCMH model of primary care combines TEAMWORK + TECHNOLOGY to improve care, reduce costs, and ensures staff has the right tools for providing patient care. UCHC is also a Federally Qualified Health Center, meeting a ...stringent set of requirements, including providing care on a sliding fee scale and operating under a governing board that includes patients. In 2019, UCHC received the HRSA Health Center Quality Leader award, recognizing the highest performing health centers nationwide. Our Service Primary Care Mens Health Womens Health Childrens Health Teen Health Senior Care Nutrition Counseling Prenatal/OB/GYN Mental Health Dermatology Care Ear, Nose, Throat Competitive Benefits Medical Providers Benefit Program Competitive Salary Paid Vacation (40 Hours Front-Loaded) Quality/Meaningful Use Bonus (Quarterly) Five (5) Days of for Educational Leave CME Reimbursement $1,500.00 Per Year Licensing and Certification Renewal Reimbursement. Baked in Administration Time Weekly Dedicated Medical Support Staff On-Site Leadership and Support All Employees Receive Holidays Observed 10 (In Accordance to Federal Holidays) Mileage Reimbursement (In Accordance to IRS) Health Benefits Dental and Vision 401K Retirement Plan Life & Voluntary Life Insurance Paid Sick Leave Bereavement Leave Jury Duty Leave Tickets at Work Program
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