Nurse Practitioner

Position Summary

The Quatela Center for Plastic Surgery is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner who can provide medical care to a wide variety of patients in a medical office.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform initial patient pre-operative screenings, history and physical examinations
• Update patient records and check records for accuracy 
• Analyze lab values and diagnostic tests and determine the need for follow-up appointments and further treatment options 
• Interpret pathologies from surgery and minor procedures
• Address post-surgical issues that could arise such as hematoma or seroma evacuation, identify infections, chemosis and perfusion issues with facial plastic surgery patients; identify appropriate treatment including prescribing for each situation
• Determine effectiveness of treatment plans with documentation of patient care outcomes
• Provide ongoing patient education preoperatively and post operatively
• Make appropriate referrals to other health professionals and community agencies
• Serve as the resource patients need for ongoing care information, counseling and provide guidance for any patients with critical conditions
• Obtain medical clearance as appropriate for complex medical health history patients
• Prescribe pharmacologic agents and non-pharmacologic therapies
• Perform safe removal of sutures, drains, staples and dressings | bolsters  
• Assist with minor procedures 
• Prepare and participate in seminars and educational videos

Qualifications and Required Licensure and Certifications

• Master of Science Degree in an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program
• National Certification by an Approved Board
• DEA License
• New York State license
• BLS and ACLS certification
• 3 years’ nursing experience
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent follow-up and organizational skill
• Knowledge of and ability to apply medical principles, procedures and techniques
• Proficient in Electronic Health Records

Work Location:

Rochester, NY

Travel Requirements:

None

Work Schedule:

Part-time, 24 hours weekly

Monday-Friday

*Rotating Saturday & On-Call Coverage

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• FSA - Flexible Spending Account
• HSA - Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance - Employer paid - 1.5x annual pay
• Paid Family Leave
• 3-weeks Paid Vacation annually
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Gratuities
• Employee Discounts
• Work Anniversary Milestones - Employee Bonus - 1 year/5 year/15 year/20 year/25 year
• Quarterly Employee Feedback Survey

 Note: All duties and responsibilities stated are essential job functions.   Staff members may be required to perform additional job-related duties as assigned by management.

It is the policy of Vito C. Quatela, MD, PLLC to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.