What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care, Concierge Medicine position at Private Medical?
We are seeking an experienced primary care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team at our San Francisco office in the Laurel Heights area. This is a full time position, Monday-Friday, onsite, traditional business hours.
Who are we?
Private Medical has spent the last 20 years creating a new category of concierge medicine — private medicine — by designing a system that honors the relationship between patients, physicians, and each member of the care team. Based in California, New York, and Florida, our physician-led teams work in concert with our Gynecologists, Naturopathic Medicine Doctors, curated local specialists, elite medical centers, and specialists around the world, to provide relationship focused, evidence-based, longitudinal care to our members and their families. Private Medical is, by design, privately held and free from any conflicts of interests.
What will you be doing in this role?
You will work collaboratively with a Private Medical Physician, providing concierge primary care to a small patient panel of largely longstanding members of an industry-leading concierge practice. In this role, the successful candidate will perform a broad range of tasks ranging from primary decision making, to carrying out care plans, to performing nursing and administrative duties. At a low volume, this includes blood draws, performing EKGs and other non-invasive primary care testing.
Who are we?
Private Medical has spent the last 20 years creating a new category of concierge medicine — private medicine — by designing a system that honors the relationship between patients, physicians, and each member of the care team. Based in California, New York, and Florida, our physician-led teams work in concert with our Gynecologists, Naturopathic Medicine Doctors, curated local specialists, elite medical centers, and specialists around the world, to provide relationship focused, evidence-based, longitudinal care to our members and their families. Private Medical is, by design, privately held and free from any conflicts of interests.
What will you be doing in this role?
You will work collaboratively with a Private Medical Physician, providing concierge primary care to a small patient panel of largely longstanding members of an industry-leading concierge practice. In this role, the successful candidate will perform a broad range of tasks ranging from primary decision making, to carrying out care plans, to performing nursing and administrative duties. At a low volume, this includes blood draws, performing EKGs and other non-invasive primary care testing.
- This position requires a unique combination of clinical expertise, leadership, and organizational skills.
- It requires a person who enjoys having the time and resources to provide outstanding clinical care and does not see any task as being below them.
- You will be well trained in our methodology of care and you will be surrounded and supported by colleagues.
- Our organization is uniquely collaborative. At times, when the demands of your shared panel of patients is low, you will help provide clinical, nursing, and administrative support to these colleagues.
- We have regular curated educational talks from outside experts, as well as internal educational case conferences.
- Additionally, you will have a budget for self-directed educational activities and personal or professional development.
- Education: Masters degree in nursing (MSN) or physician assistant studies (MSPAS or MPAS)
- License and certification: Active California RN license, board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C). Must have BLS certification.
- Years of experience: Must have primary care NP or PA experience. At least five (5) years of experience in a primary care setting preferred.
- Skills:
- Primary care management
- Adept with various technology and software systems including Mac/iOS, EMR, G Suite
- Strong phlebotomy and IV skills are a must
- Willingness to learn and develop expertise and confidence
- Provide primary care in a low volume setting that values quality over throughput, from comprehensive annual exams, to urgent care visits, to detailed longitudinal follow up of care plans, with an emphasis on prevention and lifestyle medicine.
- Care may be in person, or via telehealth, phone, or electronic communications.
- Autonomous, as well as directed , supported, and collaborative decision making around diagnosis, treatment plans, and logistical problem solving.
- You will have direct interaction with patients and consulting providers and sub-specialists.
- You will be responsible for treatment planning, communication (written and verbal) with patients and other care providers, and in follow up.
- Administrative support will include coordinating appointments with outside specialists and facilities, prior authorizations, occasional medical records support, and coordination of care through members personal and executive assistants
- Under the direction of the CMO, collaborate on quality and systems improvements projects.
- You enjoy patients and patient care.
- You are always learning, including about technology and workplace tools.
- You highly value communication and follow up.
- You can work autonomously, but enjoy collaboration and teamwork.
- You value quality of care over speed and patient volume.
- You are interested in adding value to all elements of patient entered care.
- You like supporting colleagues.
- You enjoy systems thinking and problem solving.
- You are graceful under pressure, polished and professional, and able to deal with clientele with high expectations.
- A competitive starting salary commensurate with years & type of experience and skills.
- 401(k) with a match (up to 3% of salary).
- Robust health benefits.
- 3 weeks of paid time off plus 10 paid holidays off & 1 floating holiday!
- ...and most importantly more time to provide outstanding care for patients and work with great colleagues!
