Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA)
About The Position
This Advanced Practice Provider (APP) position shall be filled by a qualified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. The APP uses clinical judgments in conducting health assessments, making differential diagnosis, and prescribing pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. Plans are implemented through independent action, health counseling, and collaboration with other members of the health team. The APP is responsible for clinical oversight and health center consultation regarding administration of health care policy and procedure of the delivery of services as they pertain to their designated site/role. The APP promotes optimum health, prevents illness and injury, completes employer service exams, and manages work-related injuries and illnesses at their assigned location(s). Variable schedule based on needs of program.
Requirements
- Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant in state of practice.
- Nationally Certified as: FNP, ANP, or AGNP by AANP or ANCC; or PA-C by NCCPA
- Current Certification in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for medical provider is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support may also be required based on contract scope of services.
- Current DEA license to write prescriptions under the authority of the Medical Leader, if allowed within state of practice.
- Valid NPI
- Current DOT medical examiner certification required on hire or within 30 days of hire.
- Master's degree required.
- At least one year (three years preferred) of clinical experience as an NP/PA in ambulatory care, occupational health, family practice, urgent care, or emergency department setting.
- Ability to train ancillary support staff on clinical skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and workflow management skills.
- Knowledge and experience with Electronic Medical Records.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety concepts and OSHA regulations preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of Physician oversight including Department of Transportation (DOT) exams, where required.
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ clinical problems and health care needs. Includes proficiency in reading x-rays performed by onsite radiology tech where applicable.
- Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient’s condition. Provides written patient instructions.
- Collaborates with Physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan for work-related injuries and illnesses and/or limited scope primary care in designated locations.
- Prescribes or recommends medications or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, acupuncture, or other related therapeutic procedures.
- Refers patients to overseeing physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.
- Performs clinical procedures as appropriate in clinic setting under the direction of Medical Director. May include, but not laceration repair, joint injections, wound care, and other procedures as directed.
- Maintains medical records using designated electronic medical record (EMR).
- Educates and coaches clinical staff on best practices and assists center managers in facilitating program management.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
