Urgent Care Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

A Blue Water Urgent Care Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care in the highest rated urgent care system in Michigan and possesses delegated prescriptive authority, is credentialed and privileged, and whose service is billed as an independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid within the healthcare systems, and in accordance with the appropriate board. The clinic is open 9am-8pm daily. 9am-3pm on major holidays. Full

• Time staff clinic on average 12-16 days per month based on contract.

Contingent / Part

-Time staff clinic on average 4-6 shifts per month for contingent/part-time position. Weekend and holiday availability is required and on a rotational basis with other providers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories. Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs. Prescribes, recommends and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks. Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care. Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over the counter medications and herbal remedies. Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise. Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider's specialty and training. Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider's level of competency as delegated by supervising Physician. May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities to include symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions Verbal and written communication skills Interpersonal skills Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills Skill in the use of computers and related software applications Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION
• Grad of an Accredited Program

• EXPERIENCE

• MINIMUM 1 Year of Experience preferably in family medicine, urgent care, emergency or internal medicine
• MUST BE proficient and skilled in common urgent care procedures
• sutures, incision & drainage, wound care State of MI Certified/Licensed Current DEA and Controlled Substances License in MI or the eligibility to apply

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

Up to $80.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Life insurance Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person