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Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
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What they do
A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$148,975 / year median in California
+23% projected growth
Job Description
This position is at our: Woodland Gibson Road site.
Shift:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri We are seeking a FNP or PA to deliver primary medical care to a wide variety of NVIH patients. They will be responsible for caring for patients of all ages, maintaining accurate and current patient records and administering follow-up appointments to patients as required. The successful candidate will work with a team to assist in delivering premium care to each and every patient.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Obtains a detailed history and performs physical examination on all patients. Documents history, exam, and assessment in medical record appropriately. Orders ancillary services such as X-ray, lab, pulmonary function tests, etc., interpreting and evaluating the results. Consults and collaborates with other specialists and clinic staff as required. Prescribes appropriate treatments following established clinic protocols. Participates actively in the clinic Quality Assurance Program. Assists in the development, implementation, and revision of advanced practice nurse/PA protocols and standards of care. Able to assess 14 patients per shift (7-8 hour work day) under normal working conditions. Indian Preference. Preference in filling vacancies will be given to qualified Indian applicants in accordance with Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code Section 472 & 473). In other than the above, Northern Valley Indian Health, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Experience and Skills:
Current California licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Out-of-state license is accepted, but must be able to obtain California license within one year. Prefer DEA number registration. Current BLS CPR Certification. Reliable transportation Prefer ACLS certification Prefer Masters Degree in Nursing for NP. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Works well with other health care professionals. Maintains confidentiality of patient information in clinic and community setting. Demonstrates knowledge and skill in age appropriate care, and uses growth and development knowledge to plan care for all age groups. Motivated to improve patient care and the work place by participating in clinic meetings, committees, and community projects when appropriate.
Job Benefits:
Medial, Dental, Vision benefits Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Generous PTO 14 Paid Holidays 401k with employer match May qualify for Loan repayment and other supplemental benefits
From:
Northern Valley Indian Health
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Dental Insurance