Diabetes Program Mid-Level

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide comprehensive care to patients with diabetes and/or other chronic conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Nurse Practitioner or Board-Certified Physician's Assistantrequired. Unexpired, unrestricted license to practice in any U.S. State or Territory required. Must become licensed in the State of Alaska within one year of start of BBAHC employment andmaintainunrestricted Alaska license continuouslythereafter. Minimum of two years' experience as a mid-level practitioner certified BTLS/ACLSrequired. Experiencepreferredin providing diabetes self-management education/training to individuals and groups according to the current American Diabetes Association (ADA) standards. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span (e.g., pediatric/adult/geriatric) and assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the assigned unit's policies andprocedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Administers patient care based on the philosophy andobjectivesof the Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation and within the designated scope ofpractice. Participates in planning forappropriate careof patientswith gestational diabetes, impaired glucosetoleranceand diabetes mellitus. Provides theinitialevaluation and treatment plan which includes outpatient evaluation, history taking, physical examination and patienteducationspecific to diabetes related care. Documents observations on the chartutilizingappropriateformat. Records significantnormalandall deviations from normal. Formulatesa problem list. Confers with physicianregardingall significant deviations from normal. Completes patient care documentation within 24 hours of thepatientvisit. Refers complicated patient problems to theBBAHCphysician for consultation or follow up of chroniccondition.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be able to function effectively in a busy outpatient clinical setting. Must be able to function effectively in clinical setting with common exposure to contagious diseases. Involves periods of standing, walking, bending, and lifting. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, stand, walk, hear, see, and communicate effectively. Travel by small unpressurized airplanes is required and will involve occasional overnight travel in remote villages.

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS

Must be able to work cooperatively with BBAHC Physicians, Community Health Aides, RNs, and other hospital staff. Must be able to work effectively in a team setting.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED

None

SUPERVISED BY

Clinical:

Chief Medical Officer Administrative:

Physician Practice Division Manager