Advance Practitioner - Physician Services

Under general supervision, provides independent medical care to patients with kidney disease Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned. Work in collaboration with a physician-led team. Responsible for evaluating and assessing patients in outpatient clinic visits, hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis visits. This position will travel to outreach clinics and satellite dialysis units. Utilizes professional skills in interviewing, assessment, evaluation, identification, and implementation of interventions/treatment plans based on the specific needs of each patient. Notifies supervising physician regarding any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation. Supervises and/or coordinates the activities of patient care and support staff within the practice. Provides health education to patients, families and/or community health practitioners and groups. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops. May perform clinical research related to specific operations. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: Certification/Licensure as a Physician's Assistant OR Advanced Nurse Practitioner in the state of Colorado. At least 2 years of clinical experience as a medical provider with nephrology experience preferred.

Successful Competency Factors:

Knowledge of nephrology clinical care. Knowledge of drugs and their indications, contraindications, dosing, side effects, and proper administration. Ability to perform medical examinations using standard medical procedures. Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures. Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public. Ability to educate patients and/or families as to the nature of disease and to provide instruction on proper care and treatment. Knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques, issues, and approaches in nephrology. Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions. Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records. Excellent oral, verbal and written communication skills. Strong computer skills in Electronic Medical Records. Multi-task in an efficient, professional and calm manner.