Allergy Advanced Practice Provider (APRN / PA)

Description

The Advanced Practice Provider (APRN / PA) is responsible for providing direct patient care and office procedures under direct, and at times, general supervision of the physician. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

· Greet patients with courtesy and respect. Answer questions and direct requests appropriately and efficiently.

· Provide direct patient care in the office, under the direction and in accordance with supervising physician.

· Document care provided in the office setting within 24 hours.

· Provide physician examination(s).

· Obtain patient medical, social and family history, drug allergies, current medications and vital signs.

· Set up and provide/assist with office surgical procedures; remove sutures, staples, change dressings.

· Establish presumptive diagnoses and be responsible under the physician’ supervision for the management of the patient’s problems following diagnosis.

· Initiate appropriate laboratory, radiologic and special examinations for tests required for the evaluation of illness and prepared written summary of care.

· Communicate with patients by phone or letter regarding their problems, after consultation with the supervising physician. 

· Review patient records and educate patient(s) and family members regarding visit, examination, treatment and medications, side effects, procedures (including written pre and post-op care) and testing.

· Answer incoming telephone calls as needed and 

· take message if appropriate and document, 

· determine status of patient’s symptoms and direct care accordingly. (i.e. inform doctor if immediate care is needed, offer work-in versus routine appointment, and refer patient to emergency room for emergent issues)

· Schedule all surgeries on physician schedule and with concerned facilities, assistant physicians, etc.

· Schedule pre-operative x-rays and laboratory work. 

· Report laboratory and x-ray results to patient, after physician instruction.

· Prescribe and/or adjust prescription medications, in accordance with education and management protocols. 

· Adjust schedules according to physician’s request.

· Clean and sterilize instruments.

· Anticipate departmental needs and improve office efficiency by assisting other staff as necessary.

· Complete office/hospital charge slips with appropriate diagnosis/CPT code and submit for data entry.

· In absence of physician, the APRN/PA is the responsible provider in the office, per physician agreement.

· Assist in the training of health care personnel in certain diagnostic, therapeutic and clinical techniques, as directed by the supervising physician. 

· As a role model in the department, the APRN/PA must remain professional at all times. Avoid gossip and work to ensure equality and calmness amongst all staff members.

· Maintain all licenses and certifications, including maintaining the prescribed hours of medical education program attendance.

· Maintain compliance with attached collaborative agreement with physician and MCC.

CORPORATE CULTURE RESPONSIBILITIES

· Follow established corporate and department-specific policies and procedures

· Attend all corporate and department-specific required training.

· Uphold MCC’s Purpose, Values, and Vision.

· Abide by MCC’s Corporate Culture Responsibilities. 

· Perform other duties as may be assigned cheerfully and willingly. 

Requirements

 EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Successful Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program

• Licensure (or in the process of obtaining licensure) in the state of Florida as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

• Active DEA license not required prior to hire; however, supervising physician will communicate if this is required and the protocols for utilization.

• New graduates are welcome and considered for this position.

• Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· Displays customer services skills, strong interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

· Be a person of integrity and character, willing to embrace change and make a positive impact in the lives of patients and co-workers.

· Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner.

· Displays computer proficiency (i.e. PC windows and MS Office environment) and ability to quickly learn new applications.

· Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures within nursing field.

· Proficient in use of English language both in written and verbal communication.

· Must be able to communicate with individuals of varying socio-economic backgrounds.

· Displays ability of giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

· Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

· Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Sedentary (exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally)

· Standing/Walking: Frequently

· Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from ¾ of the time

· Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods.

· Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions.

· Ability to work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, and walking) for extended periods of time.