What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice position at Barton Associates Inc.?
We are seeking a skilled Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment at a multi-specialty clinic in Maine. Starting on 05/19/2025, this opportunity offers a Monday to Friday schedule with full days on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and a flexible half-day for administrative work on Wednesdays. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing primary care cases, with a focus on geriatric patients. As the sole provider in the clinic, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between providers and ensuring continuity of care. This position requires strong clinical skills, independence, and proficiency with Athenahealth EHR system.
Job Details:
Location: Maine
Facility Type: Multi-Specialty Clinic
Start Date: 05/19/2025
LOA: 120 days
Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Schedule: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8am-5pm; Wed 4 hours flexible admin work
Responsibilities and Duties:
Benefits:
Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
Job Details:
Location: Maine
Facility Type: Multi-Specialty Clinic
Start Date: 05/19/2025
LOA: 120 days
Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Schedule: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8am-5pm; Wed 4 hours flexible admin work
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Provide comprehensive primary care services as the sole provider in the clinic
- Manage a diverse patient population with a focus on geriatric care
- Conduct patient examinations, diagnose conditions, and develop treatment plans
- Prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests as needed
- Utilize Athenahealth electronic health record system for patient documentation
- Perform administrative tasks and care coordination during Wednesday half-days
- Collaborate with specialists and other healthcare professionals as needed
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records
- Adhere to all clinic policies and procedures
- Provide patient education on preventive care and chronic disease management
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Maine state license required
- Proficiency in Athenahealth EHR system preferred
- Strong geriatric care experience highly valued
- Possibility of assignment extension
Benefits:
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
