What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Visiting Physician / Nurse Practitioner – Primary & Wound Care position at Beyond Wound Care Inc?
Job Overview
We are seeking a licensed Physician (MD/DO) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide home-based Primary Care and/or Wound Care services to patients in the community.
The provider will evaluate patients in their homes, manage acute and chronic medical conditions, assess and treat wounds as appropriate, and coordinate care with patients, caregivers, home health agencies, and other healthcare professionals.
This position is well suited for a provider who values continuity of care, clinical independence, and patient-centered medical care in a home-based setting.
Primary Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations and physical examinations in the patient's home.
- Obtain and review medical histories, medications, diagnoses, and relevant clinical records.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Provide primary care services, including preventive care and ongoing disease management.
- Assess and manage wounds within the provider's training, experience, and scope of practice.
- Develop individualized treatment and follow-up plans.
- Perform wound assessments and recommend appropriate wound-care treatments and interventions.
- Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with applicable laws and scope of practice.
- Order and review laboratory, diagnostic, and other medically appropriate testing.
- Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans when clinically indicated.
- Coordinate care with specialists, home health agencies, nurses, caregivers, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Provide education to patients and caregivers regarding medications, wound care, disease management, and treatment plans.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Participate in follow-up visits and ongoing patient care.
- Utilize telehealth when appropriate for follow-up, consultation, and continuity of care.
Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted MD/DO or Nurse Practitioner license in the applicable state.
- Current DEA registration, if required for the position and applicable to the provider.
- Experience in primary care, family medicine, internal medicine, geriatrics, wound care, home-based care, or a related clinical setting preferred.
- Wound care experience or familiarity with chronic wound management is preferred for providers participating in wound-care services.
- Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with the healthcare team.
- Experience with EHR/EMR systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Professional and compassionate approach to patient care.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits, where applicable.
What We Offer
- Flexible scheduling
- Home-based patient care
- Opportunity to provide both Primary Care and Wound Care services
- Support from an interdisciplinary healthcare team
Work Setting
Home-based / In-person
Providers will travel to patients' homes within the designated service area.
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to providing a professional and respectful work environment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs.
Pay: $2,500.00 - $3,500.00 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $2,500 - $3,500