What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Associates for Women's Medicine?
Job Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to women across the lifespan. This includes preventive health services, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic gynecologic and obstetric conditions, health promotion, and patient education. The NP works in collaboration with physicians and clinical staff to ensure high-quality care aligned with the mission and values of the practice.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned)
- Conduct complete patient histories, physical examinations, and assessments.
- Provide prenatal, antepartum, postpartum, gynecologic, and family planning services.
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and imaging.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment and management plans.
- Prescribe medications and therapies permitted under state law.
- Perform in-office procedures such as Pap smears, colposcopies, IUD/implant insertion/removal, and biopsies (if credentialed).
- Counsel and educate patients on reproductive health, pregnancy, contraception, menopause, and disease prevention.
- Document accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and medical assistants for coordinated patient care.
- Participate in compliance reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and staff education.
- Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, and all state/federal regulatory requirements.
Minimum Qualification Standards:
- Current NYS RN and NP licensure.
- Board certification as a Women’s Health NP (WHNP) or Family NP with women’s health experience.
- Current DEA registration (or eligibility).
- BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
- Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in women’s health, OB, or GYN preferred.
- Strong clinical judgment, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Work Environment:
- Clinical office setting: travel between multiple practice locations may be required.
- Full-time position; Monday–Friday with occasional evening or weekend coverage.
Mental Requirements:
Close mental and visual attention to work on a computer, read, and document patient information.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting/standing.
- Ability to assist patients with mobility when needed.
Associates for Women’s Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Base Pay: $92,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $92,000 - $130,000