What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider- Urgent Care- Elizabeth City position at Sentara Health?
The Urgent Care APP (NP or PA) is responsible for the provision of health care services to individuals, families, and/or groups who receive their care under the auspices of Sentara Medical Group (SMG). Health care services include conducting health assessments, prescribing/providing treatments/interventions, performing occupational medicine regulatory exams, and performing procedures.in a walk-in Urgent Care center. Health care services are provided under the direction and supervision of the assigned physician(s) (collaborative agreement). The PA is expected to participate in quality assurance and improvement activities, engage in member of the team activities, and use resources (human and material) appropriately.
Requires flexibility in schedule to include weekends, evenings, holidays and 12 hour shifts. Requires flexibility to move between regional Urgent Care locations at the direction of administration. Must be able to work independently, under direct or indirect supervision. Must have astute situational awareness and the ability to move quickly without compromising quality or customer service. The PA maintains continuing education credits as prescribed by licensing body and SMG and maintains prescriptive authority; acquires special clinical competencies as required by the group; participates in quality assurance and utilization management activities; and assists with risk management functions. National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME) --- not required at time of offer, but expectation to complete within 30 days of employment. Prescription Authority-VA staff only
- 14 or 16 shifts per month
- Scheduling Flexibility
- 8 or 12-Hour Shifts (depending on day of week)
- Productivity Bonuses
- Comprehensive Benefits & Retirement Package
- Malpractice and Tail coverage
- CME Allowance
- Student Loan Reimbursement Program
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program Eligibility
- Must be DOT certified before starting
Education
- Masters Level Degree (Required)
- NP or PA
Certification/Licensure
- NP/PA State License (Required)
- DEA (Required)
- DOT- Department of Transportation (Required)
- BLS (Required)
- ACLS
Experience
- minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a practicing provider in an urgent, immediate, or emergency care setting