Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Urgent Care - Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Frederick Memorial Healthcare System • Frederick, MD

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About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) functions in the role of clinician, consultant, educator, researcher, and serves as a resource to the physicians. Under the supervision of a physician, coordinates clinical services to provide consistent quality of care for patients in the healthcare setting and is responsible for providing evaluation and management of behavioral health services. Conducts physical examinations, provides treatment, and counsels patients and families. Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the Frederick Health Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the Frederick Health Standards of Behavior. Supports the elements of the Frederick Health Medical Group Physician Compact. Provides high quality care to the patients of the Medical Group.

Requirements

• Certification of completion from an approved Physician Assistant program or an approved Masters in Nursing program.
• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Maryland.
• Current DEA license.
• Current Maryland Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) license.
• Current BLS Certification through American Heart Association or an approved training center.
• Must have knowledge of computer skills. Experience with prior electronic medical records (EMR) is preferred.
• Must demonstrate ability to stay organized; is able to multi-task effectively.
• Must demonstrate time management, conflict resolution, and trouble shooting skills.
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participates in Process Improvements by engaging and actively participating in new QI workflow and processes.
• Completes Peer Audits in a timely manner.
• Accepts ownership of own behavior and actions.
• Completes assigned duties within specified timeframes.
• Recognizes an opportunity and acts to solve the problem.
• Follows FHMG's policies and procedures.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment.
• Works cooperatively as a team to service patients.
• Shares ideas and concerns constructively.
• Demonstrates respect and dignity in all interactions with patients, families, and staff across all dimensions of difference.
• Demonstrates complete compliance with FHMG's Confidentiality and HIPAA policies.
• Participates in and adopts practice changes to meet the requirements of Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), Meaningful Use, and other National, State, and Payer Programs.
• Maintains proficiency with Frederick Health Medical Group's EMR initially and with upgrades.
• Attends Provider meetings and in-services on a regular basis.
• Maintains an adequate patient flow to minimize delays.
• Uses EMR for documentation as per Frederick Health Medical Group standards.
• Performs appropriate history, physical examination, assigns a diagnosis, and develops a treatment plan.
• Orders/arranges for appropriate labs, radiology tests, and consults.
• Proactively addresses needs of patients/families by collaborating with Care Team regarding new findings, status changes.
• Coordinates care which may include obtaining test results and referral letters.
• Effectively communicates to all patients and families, particularly the vulnerable populations.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance offered after 30 days of employment.
• Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees.
• Robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees.
• 403B retirement plan with employer match for eligible employees.
• Access to free financial planning sessions.
• Educational assistance program to support education goals.
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree