Looking for a Nurse Practitioner (NP)/Physician Assistant (PA) for an office and home based primary care practice. Individual MUST have strong work ethic, friendly professional demeanor (including appearance), and strong communication skills. In addition, must be a fast learner, flexible, punctual, dependable and a team player.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The NP/PA delivers primary health care and patient care management in a residential and or office setting, within the scope of practice for a Nurse Practitioner, as delegated by the collaborative Physician.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees performance of assigned Medical Assistant Takes history, examines, determines diagnoses and treats scheduled patients Provides written documentation of patient visit, per NCQA standards Takes patient vital signs, as necessary, if Medical Assistant is unable to obtain Performs phlebotomy (Venipuncture only), as necessary, if Medical Assistant is unable to complete draw. Performs injections and/or immunizations. May perform ECG, Holter and/or Pulse Oximetry occasionally Instructs patients/caregivers on proper medication and treatment regimens Performs minor surgeries as necessary, limited to I&D, removal of foreign body, suture removal, minor lacerations, minor aspiration Works with Patient Care Coordinator to assure orders and referrals are properly/timely placed Communicates with patients, caregivers, agency nurses, other providers and vendors as necessary to assure proper diagnosis and treatment Performs all clinical duties while observing OSHA Universal Precautions Maintains patient confidentiality Attends required meetings and in-services and participates in committees, as requested Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional licenses and affiliations Performs related work as required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

Masters of Science in Nursing Licensed as a NP in the State where VPA office located BLS certified Active CPR Certification Federal DEA License/eligibility Geriatric training/experience preferred

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

Primary Care License/Certification:

Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person