What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider position at McCook Clinic, PC?
SUMMARY:
The Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive health care in collaborative joint practice with a primary care physician to patients and/or family members; promotes wellness, prevention of health problems, maintenance of current health; assists with care of patients with chronic and acute illness.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Formal training which will be indicated by a current NE State license; graduation from an approved program; ability to cope with stress in a positive manner; flexibility, independence, and empathy and good communication skills.
Physical guidelines include ability to stand/walk for up to eight hours/day, bend, stoop, twist, assist patients in turning, assist patients in arising from exam table, push wheelchair patients, and assist patients in arising from and returning to wheelchair.
NOTE:
This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified.
DEPARTMENT STANDARDS
- Comply with all policies, procedures of the McCook Family Medicine, P. C.
- Comply with all state and federal regulations concerning the delivery and billing for health-related services.
- Perform department duties in a timely and efficient manner.
- Provide coordinated, continuous health care.
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical problems.
- Order diagnostic lab and x-rays as indicated.
- Consult with physician when deemed necessary.
- Record accurately all pertinent information regarding patient history, physical, diagnosis and treatment.
- Request and evaluate diagnostic studies as indicated by patient status and practice protocol.
- Refer to specialist when deemed necessary in accordance with clinic policy.
- Provide health information to patients in accordance with clinic policy.
- Maintain current BLS, PALS, ACLS, and ATLS certifications.
- Teach and support positive self-care activities including problem-solving and selection of treatment alternatives.
- Initiate recommended changes in the practice and delivery system.
- Participate in appropriate professional associations/clinic committees.
- Act as a resource to other health team members; plan, implement and evaluate related continuing education.
- Order any and all diagnostic tests, therapeutic injections and immunizations as determined by symptoms or illness of patient.
- Provide coverage as assigned in departments that include Family Practice clinic, walk-in clinic, Emergency Department or other outreach locations.
- Provide additional duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000