Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Urology

Community Health System•Fresno, CA

About The Position

Community Health Partners is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join an established urology practice. The APP will join two urologists that specialize in treating a variety of urologic conditions. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) maintains responsibility for providing clinical care in general or specialty area(s). Assesses, plans and provides patient care in collaboration with the attending physician and interdisciplinary healthcare team. Provides comprehensive assessments, performs medical diagnosis, writes prescriptions and formulates treatment plans. Diagnoses medical conditions, plans and implements interventions, ensures patient safety, and contributes to quality and regulatory activities. The APP will also assist in any capacity with basic urologic procedures in addition to assisting the physicians with their procedures. The position will be a mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. Opportunity highlights 1. Procedural oriented surgical specialty with opportunities to perform various bedside procedure and assist in OR 2. Mixture of in-patient and out-patient care allows a diverse clinical experience 3. Team approach to patient care between physicians and APPs in a supportive working environment Responsibilities The Community Health System is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare network based in Fresno, California. Community is the region's largest healthcare provider and private employer. We operate a physician residency program with one of the nation's top medical schools – the University of California, San Francisco. Community is home to the only Level I Trauma Center and comprehensive burn center between Los Angeles and Sacramento. We also serve as the area's "safety net provider." In fiscal year 2024, Community provided more than $216 million in uncompensated services and programs. In addition to our hospitals, our health system includes a vast medical network, medical foundation, medical group and health plan. The Community Provider Network is a network of provider affiliates and partners that provides our patients access to over 2,500 physicians. Our medical foundation, Community Health Partners, includes over 475 primary and specialty care providers in 55 practice locations, serving Valley families at every stage of life. Our health plan, Community Care Health is one of the Valley’s largest HMO plans —providing local businesses with affordable medical insurance for employees. We also operate four acute-care hospitals – Community Regional Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center, Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital and Community Behavioral Health Center – as well as several long-term care, outpatient and other healthcare facilities. Community's hospitals are fully accredited by the Joint Commission. This position requires a commitment to excellence in patient care, collaboration, communication, teaching, research and a dedication to place the patient at the center of all decisions. Fresno, California, offers an exceptional quality of life with the rare combination of a lower cost of living and the amenities of a major metropolitan area. Recognized as the fifth largest city in California, residents benefit from an affordable housing market, diverse neighborhoods, and a welcoming, multicultural community. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Fresno’s unique position as the only major U.S. city with convenient access to three iconic national parks: Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon, all within a short drive. The area is known for its sunny weather nearly year-round, with mild winters and no snow in the city. This pleasant climate allows for outdoor recreation throughout all seasons. Additionally, the Central Coast’s beaches and scenic Highway 1 are just two and a half hours away , while San Francisco and Los Angeles are both within easy reach for weekend getaways. Fresno’s combination of an easygoing lifestyle, family-friendly environment, and access to both professional opportunities and outdoor adventures makes it an ideal place for physicians to build a fulfilling career and enjoy a high quality of life.

Requirements

Completion of a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program required
Credentialed by the CMC Medical Staff Office as an Allied Health Professional and privileged to perform Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Standardized Procedures required
If qualifying as a Nurse Practitioner, the following is required o NP - Current State of California Nurse Practitioner License required o NPF - Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number required o If qualifying as a Physician Assistant, the following is required o PA - State of California Physician Assistant License required o DEA - DEA Controlled Substance Number required o BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
Ability to participate in a federally funded program (Medicare and Medicaid) required

Nice To Haves

2 years of clinical experience in the area of specialty preferred
NPC - National Certified Nurse Practitioner by ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center) or AANP (American Academy of Nurse Practitioners) preferred
CRNFA - Certified RN First Assistant preferred

Responsibilities

Provides direct assessment, evaluation and primary patient care, complying with medical protocols and procedures.
Provides direct patient management in collaboration with physicians; participates in daily rounds, patient assessments and care plan development.
Orders, interprets and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's healthcare needs. Furnishes medications based upon written protocols.
Ensures that patients are counseled regarding treatment plans and the use, dosage and possible side effects of medications.
Makes referrals to appropriate providers when patients require subspecialty medical attention beyond the area's scope of service.
Documents and maintains precise and complete records of patients.
Distinguishes between normal and abnormal findings.
Provides education, training, information and consultation services to interdisciplinary team, patients, family and caregivers.
Participates in quality assurance activities, including assistance in development and implementation of new policies and procedures, recommends updates to current policy as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.