Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

KIDZCARE PEDIATRICS•Franklin, NC

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) functions independently as permitted by licensure and collaborates with physicians to deliver pediatric health care. The role assesses and integrates clinical findings to determine appropriate diagnostic, educational, and therapeutic plans and uses leadership and professional development skills to support quality patient care. New graduates are encouraged to apply; providers at all experience levels are welcome, with extensive on-site training and support to help clinicians transition into pediatric practice.

Requirements

Active North Carolina license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
BLS and PALS certification.
Knowledge of pediatric health and related diagnostic and treatment modalities.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Ability to analyze, plan, and coordinate medical care while making appropriate medical decisions.
Ability to respond flexibly to changing demands.
Ability to work effectively as a team member with physicians and other staff.
Active listening skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct patient visits according to accepted practice standards.
Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations.
Order and evaluate appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies, and personally review and sign off on studies ordered.
Develop and implement treatment plans consistent with clinical practice guidelines and protocols.
Monitor therapeutic interventions, assess patients, and manage follow-up care.
Work independently and collaboratively with physicians, seeking physician input on patient treatment and care when needed.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information and document all patient care or contact in the medical record, including telephone contact.
Communicate with patients by telephone about questions and concerns, medication refills, follow-up appointments, further work-up, and laboratory or imaging results, according to protocol.
Teach and promote practices that improve or maintain the health of patients and families.
Serve as a role model and, in selected situations, precept clinical staff and other advanced practice health care professionals.
Contribute to education for patients, families, and health care professionals, including through educational presentations.
Comply with the clinic's Corporate Compliance Plan and applicable federal, state, local, and regulatory requirements.
Apply Evaluation & Management (E&M) coding guidelines accurately.
Follow managed-care and health-plan requirements for prescription formularies, test precertification, participating facilities, and medical necessity; coordinate treatment using appropriate health and medical resources.
Take responsibility for time management, professional relationships, and interpersonal interactions in the workplace.
Maintain and enhance knowledge and abilities related to pediatric health care and private-practice health care delivery, complete continuing education requirements for licensure and certifications, and maintain membership in appropriate professional organizations.
Perform related duties as required.