Advanced Practiced Provider (NP/PA)

Community Health Service Inc. • Rochester, MN

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Here at Community Health Service, Inc (CHSI), our mission is to provide high-quality health care to those who are often overlooked and underserved. Sound rewarding? You bet it is! If you are looking for more than just a "job" and want to invest your time making an impact on the lives of others, this is your chance to join our CHSI team!

CHSI is a private, non-profit organization established in 1973 to serve the health needs of migrant & seasonal farmworkers and their family members. Today, CHSI has expanded services and provides mental & physical healthcare to all individuals in our communities. Our services are provided on a more affordable sliding fee scale to those who are under-insured or un-insured. We also accept ND and MN Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans. We currently operate four nurse-managed clinics, two mobile medical units, and two victim advocacy program centers in Minnesota & North Dakota.

Requirements

• NP/PA with 2-3 years' experience in an outpatient clinical setting.
• Valid state medical license/DEA in the jurisdiction of a clinic required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
• Ability to diagnose and treat conditions within the scope of full-spectrum primary care.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and standards of clinical practice in outpatient medicine.
• Thorough knowledge of health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
• Ability to work as a team member, establishing and maintaining effective relationships with patients and other staff.
• Champions Health Equity for patients and demonstrates cultural humility in interactions with patients and staff.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in working in community health centers, public health, or in a similar type of program.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Bilingual provider preferred (Common languages served: Spanish, Somali, Arabic, Amharic)
• Knowledge and understanding of socio-economic and health problems of underserved populations are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provides primary health care to patients in Community Health Service Inc. practice sites
• Performs outpatient procedures within the scope of primary care.
• May assist the Medical Director in the revision and implementation of practice principles, clinical protocols, and health care plans as needed.
• Consults with staff nurse practitioners and physician assistants as directed.
• Follows all applicable national patient safety goals in the provision of patient care.
• Serves as a role model for effective teamwork among staff and actively works to maintain positive morale and attitude.
• Leads the team in the team-based care model
• Provides care in collaboration with the center's team of physicians, nurse practitioners, behavioral health providers, nurses, and medical assistants.
• Serves as a resource person for clinical staff regarding patient care issues.
• Establishes and maintains rapport with community agencies.
• Performs duties essential to the position and program.
• Demonstrates a sincere dedication and loyalty to the philosophy and mission of CHSI

Benefits

• Executive Paid Time Off (PTO): 240 hours per year!
• Personal Days Off (PDO): In addition to PTO, we offer 4 paid personal days each year.
• Paid Holidays: CHSI offers 12 days of holiday pay.
• 401K Retirement Plan, with a 4% company match!
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• HSA Health Savings Account and/or Flexible Spending Account
• Life & Disability Insurance (Short Term Disability premiums paid by CHSI)
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed