Advanced Practice Provider- PA, CNP, NP

Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health•Rapid City, SD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position, under the direction of a supervisory physician, is responsible for providing high-quality, general medical care and treatment to Oyate Health Center (OHC) patients. The role requires maintaining knowledge and proficiency in medical practices through continuing education and training, performing physical examinations, providing medical care for minor wounds and injuries, and administering vaccinations. The provider will collect and interpret diagnostic tests, document findings, and formulate patient care plans in collaboration with physicians and other health professionals. They will prescribe treatments, refer patients to specialists, and ensure accurate electronic health record documentation. Additionally, the provider will lead a care pod to enhance proactive and preventive care, incorporate disease management best practices, communicate test results directly to patients, and honor cultural-specific patient wishes into care plans. Compliance with federal laws and regulations, including HIPAA, is mandatory. The position also involves performing related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program or Certified Nurse Practitioner.
Must have a permanent, full, and unrestricted license as an Advanced Practice Provider.
Must obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required or must be obtained within ninety (90) days of employment.
Knowledge of diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic medical care.
Knowledge of the scientific process including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of complex and subtle patient needs and interventions.
Knowledge of exposure control including bloodborne pathogens and respiratory protection protocols.
Knowledge of State of South Dakota Immunization Program policies and procedures.
Knowledge of diversity and cultural difference of Native American populations, and the ability to appreciate cultural differences and their effect on healthcare delivery.
Ability to work with personal computer and utilize a variety of software applications, including database and office software systems.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact and sensitivity.
Ability to collect, organize, record, and proficiently communicate data relevant to primary health assessments.
Ability to prioritize and shift priorities in a changing environment.
Ability to organize the multiple demands of the job.
Skill in identifying factors that adversely impact health status and are not susceptible to treatment by accepted methods.
Skill in prioritizing and planning.
Skill in interpersonal relations.
Skill in use of personal computer and a variety of job related software applications.
The employee must be able to communicate effectively, hear and respond to patient needs, and maintain visual acuity for patient assessment and documentation.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment.
You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment.
Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical experience practicing as a mid-level provider, preferred.
ACLS certification and PALS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains knowledge and proficiency in medical practices through continuing education and training.
Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of Physician.
Provides medical care to repair minor wounds and injuries.
Administer vaccinations.
Collects appropriate sample for medical laboratory testing.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
Documents physical findings and formulates a plan and prognosis based on the patient's condition.
Discusses case with Physician and other health professionals to prepare a comprehensive patient care plan as appropriate.
Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.
Refers patients to Specialist for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment appropriately.
Ensures accurate information is documented within the patient’s electronic health record.
Leads care pod to enhance proactive and preventive care for empaneled patients.
Incorporates disease management best practice guidelines in medical management practices.
Communicates abnormal and unexpected test results directly with patients in a timely manner.
Incorporates/ honors cultural specific patient wishes and practices into care plan.
Must comply with federal laws and regulations as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA).
Performs related duties.