Nurse Practitioner (Clinician)

Nurse Practitioner (Clinician)

TITLE:

Nurse Practitioner (Clinician)

LOCATION

: Pittsburgh Health Center Planned Parenthood Western Pennsylvania (PPWP) is the local affiliate of the country's leading sexual and reproductive health care advocate and provider. PPWP operates six health centers located in Allegheny, Westmoreland, Cambria, and Somerset Counties and provides education and advocacy services throughout western Pennsylvania.

POSITION PURPOSE

Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to work in our downtown Pittsburgh Family Planning clinic. The Clinician is an integral part of our health care team. Providing medical services, contraceptive, reproductive and sexual health services, according to the standards and guidelines of Planned Parenthood Federation of America and the protocols of Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania.

QUALIFICATIONS

Currently licensed in the state of Pennsylvania as a registered nurse practitioner, certified nurse midwife. Must have prescriptive authority with current licensure. Must have or be eligible for DEA license Must have a current Pennsylvania Driver's license and transportation to travel to PPWP health centers.

SCHEDULE

For full-time candidates, Tuesday through Saturday, Between the hours of 8am- 5pm Some evening and Saturday shifts may be required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Works with Laboratory Director to ensure that all test methodologies are appropriate, and that the center(s) is providing patient results. Verification procedures for each test are adequate to determine performance characteristics, including precision and accuracy (as appropriate). Designates the performance of quality control procedures. Ensures materials used in the laboratory are correctly labeled with the substance and date and are stored and used according to the manufacturers' directions. Coordinates and oversees the training of testing personnel. Reviews and evaluates the clinical lab performance of all lab staff annually as a part of their annual review. Interprets laboratory tests and orders additional diagnostic tests when indicated for sexual health conditions. Makes appropriate referrals for clinical findings that require additional care Understands and participates in centralized administrative work, such as medical abortion follow up, laboratory results review and follow up, patient phone calls and Pills by Mail. Consults with the Medical Director for abnormal findings or conditions that are outside scope of the PPWP Medical Standards and Guidelines. Prescribes medications including all FDA approved birth control methods, and schedule III medications with a DEA license for the care of transgender and gender expansive patients, according to PPFA guidelines/protocols and collaborative agreement with the state Serve as a professional role model, preceptor, and mentor to other clinicians as applicable. Complies with all CLIA and OSHA regulations. Rotates health centers at assigned locations as needed. This role requires a combination of skill and flexibility, as well as a willingness to work as a collaborative and inclusive member of a team. This role requires a compassionate individual with demonstrated communication skills and clinical proficiency. Planned Parenthood believes that reproductive self-determination and the right to privacy are core human freedoms. Our mission is to provide comprehensive sexual health care through the provision of education, advocacy and clinical services that are affordable, accessible and available to all women, men and youth in the community, regardless of the individual's income, race, marital status, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation or residence. If you love the idea of making an impact on your community with a strong mission-oriented organization, we want to hear from you! You will be an integral part of our culture which fosters a commitment to our workplace values: respect, caring, support, teamwork, collaboration, accountability, and responsibility. Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PPWP is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $60.44 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person