Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - OBGYN (Carbon County)

St. Luke's University Health Network • Tamaqua, PA

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About The Position

The Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) provides healthcare services to patients under the supervision of and/or in collaboration with an attending physician. Services include medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, referrals, diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription. The Advanced Practitioner serves as a patient advocate and participates in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives.

This position joins a collaborative team of physicians and Advanced Practitioners that values mentorship, professional growth, and teamwork. The role covers the Tamaqua and Palmerton region; other OCA offices are in Macungie, Allentown, Center City Allentown, and Orwigsburg. The schedule is full time, five eight-hour shifts, with no call or weekends.

The role includes patient assessment and management, care coordination, health maintenance, wellness education, and occupational health services in the urgent care setting. The Advanced Practitioner may also provide virtual care, participate in clinical guideline development and improvement initiatives, and teach students and trainees. St. Luke’s offers orientation and mentorship, a comprehensive benefits package, CME and certification cost reimbursement, malpractice insurance, and opportunities in teaching, research, quality improvement, and strategic development.

Requirements

• Board eligible or board-certified Registered Nurse Practitioner or Medical Physician Assistant.
• Current license to practice in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as determined by job location.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in a similar setting is preferred; new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, counsel, and educate patients and their families receiving medical services.
• Evaluate patients and perform physical examinations, including obtaining, studying, and updating medical histories.
• Determine abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, including radiologic and laboratory studies, and accurately interpret test results.
• Evaluate, develop, and implement appropriate patient management and treatment plans based on assessed needs.
• Coordinate and communicate patient care with other healthcare professionals and institutions.
• Provide high-quality care based on best practices and/or evidence-based medicine.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures in accordance with granted clinical privileges.
• When requested, conduct live, interactive virtual clinical assessments, diagnosis, and treatment; assist with care coordination and escalation of care as appropriate.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, networks, professional societies, and required continuing medical education.
• Participate in the research, development, implementation, and tracking of clinical management guidelines.
• Teach multidisciplinary students and physician residents and fellows, supporting a positive educational environment.
• Participate in Advanced Practitioner student clinical rotation preceptorship when assigned.
• Contribute to performance improvement in clinical care and outcomes, customer service, operational processes, and safety, as appropriate.
• Use the electronic medical record, keep documentation current, and document services appropriately for billing.
• Use resources effectively and efficiently and demonstrate financial accountability.
• Perform routine health maintenance activities for new and established patients.
• Coordinate patient care and family counseling with public and mental health agencies, as appropriate.
• Teach wellness habits and educate patients on prevention and management of health problems; provide relevant health information and materials.
• Provide occupational health services in the urgent care setting, including pre-employment physicals, injury care, and workers’ compensation cases and follow-ups.

Benefits

• Robust orientation program for all levels of experience, including new graduates
• Advanced Practitioner mentorship program
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Competitive compensation package
• CME and certification cost reimbursement
• Fitness and Sports Performance Center memberships
• Malpractice insurance
• Dedicated support staff
• Teaching, research, quality improvement, and strategic development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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