What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) - Internal Medicine/Family Medicine position at Griffin Hospital?
Position Overview
Griffin Health is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Internal Medicine/Family Medicine team. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of clinical experience providing comprehensive, patient-centered care to adult and/or family medicine populations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) who is committed to delivering high-quality primary care, developing long-term relationships with patients, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for patients in an Internal Medicine/Family Medicine setting.
- Perform thorough histories and physical examinations and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Order and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies.
- Prescribe medications and treatments within the scope of practice.
- Provide preventive care, health education, and counseling.
- Manage chronic disease conditions and coordinate appropriate specialty referrals.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, specialists, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Promote evidence-based medicine, patient safety, and high-quality clinical outcomes.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and other activities supporting Griffin Health's commitment to patient-centered care.
Qualifications
- National board certification appropriate to the provider's discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, preferably in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Primary Care, or a related setting.
- Current BLS certification; additional certifications as required for the position.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to providing compassionate, equitable, and patient-centered care.
Why Join Griffin Health?
Join a collaborative healthcare organization committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to the community. This position offers an experienced APP the opportunity to practice with clinical autonomy while collaborating with physicians and a multidisciplinary care team.