APP| Primary Care Outpatient | Fairfield, CT

Yale New Haven Health•Fairfield, CT

21h•Onsite

About The Position

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the Yale New Haven Health System Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Excellent work environment—Flexible schedules to ensure work-life balance. Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do, we focus on improving clinical care, outcomes, patient satisfaction, safety, value, clinical research, and education. Our efforts reach beyond the walls of our hospitals to care for our communities, too. Career Advancement – Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system! Compensation Package – Enjoy an enhanced compensation package, including a generous sign-on bonus, wRVU, and Quality incentive plans. Relocation Assistance – We recognize how vital a smooth transition is, and with our relocation assistance, your journey can be seamless.

Requirements

1-2 years clinical experience in a of experience in primary care/internal medicine setting
Active PA or NP in family medicine specialty certification.
Active, unrestricted CT medical license or in process of obtaining
ACLS/BLS/PALS (as required) Certification
DEA License

Nice To Haves

Prefer 1-2 years in a clinical working experience as a NP/PA within the given specialty/service line recommended.
APRNs, PAs, CRNAs and CNMs are required to be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS Hospital and credentialed through the Medical Staff process.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including obtaining detailed medical histories, performing physical examinations, and ordering/interpreting diagnostic tests.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician, focusing on health promotion, disease prevention, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
Prescribe medications, order therapies, and manage medical devices according to state regulations and collaborative practice agreements.
Provide patient education and counseling regarding health maintenance, disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
Evaluate and manage common acute illnesses (e.g., upper respiratory infections, influenza) and chronic conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, asthma).
Perform minor office procedures as trained and within scope of practice.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
Document all patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
Serve as a resource for medical staff and participate in educational activities as needed.
Provide age-appropriate care to patients across the lifespan, from infants to geriatrics.
Manage referrals to specialists and coordinate follow-up care.
Maintain current knowledge of family medicine best practices and engage in ongoing professional development.