Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant

Concentra • Newark, NJ

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About The Position

At Concentra, the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is a vital member of the patient care team, helping improve the health of America's workforce. Subject to medical protocols established by the Association and Concentra's Chief Medical Officer, and in cooperation with other physicians assigned to the clinic or Center, the clinician provides primary medical direction and coordinates professional medical care within the occupational health program. The role delivers compassionate, high-quality care to patients and supports clinic operations, documentation, customer service, and quality assurance.

Occupational medicine experience is preferred, but Concentra is willing to train otherwise qualified candidates. FMCSA NRCME certification and DEA registration are required before the start date; Concentra provides CME for colleagues who are not already NRCME certified. Many clinics operate Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., without nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call duties; schedules may vary by clinic and business needs.

The position offers a $10,000 hiring bonus and monthly and quarterly incentive opportunities. Base compensation is listed as $136,802.85 to $193,856 annually, depending on job-related factors and applicable law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related health field from an accredited college or university.
• State-of-jurisdiction licensure requirements must be met.
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program at an accredited university.
• Board certification.
• FMCSA NRCME certification required before the start date; CME is provided for colleagues who are not already certified.
• DEA registration required before the start date.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems using logic, identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
• Outstanding customer service skills and ability to interact tactfully and professionally.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state-specific occupational medicine requirements.
• Working knowledge of clinical operations.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing rehabilitation services.
• Knowledge of workers' compensation, clinical procedures, and processes involved in delivering quality care.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to participate in continuing medical education.
• Demonstrates service mentality, attention to detail, urgency, initiative, and flexibility.

Nice To Haves

• Occupational medicine experience; otherwise qualified candidates without this experience may be trained.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and compile medical data, including health histories and examination results.
• Administer or order diagnostic tests, including X-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests.
• Interpret diagnostic test results and identify deviations from normal.
• Perform therapeutic procedures, including injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
• Instruct and counsel patients about compliance with prescribed treatment regimens and health maintenance.
• Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and assist with continuity of care.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and revising policies affecting medical practice judgment and occupational health care quality.
• Assist in developing and presenting educational and instructional programs.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, clients, and peers while incorporating Concentra's Orange Book values.
• Meet patient and customer expectations as measured by NPER, NPS, and TATs.
• Complete tasks accurately and conduct quality assurance checks.
• Maintain accurate, concise, timely, and complete documentation and paperwork.
• Provide a compassionate, warm patient experience regardless of patient volume.
• Manage time, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Adapt to changing business needs, including scheduling and working additional or different hours or shifts when appropriate.
• Communicate effectively with patients, clients, supervisors, and peers, and understand and address internal and external client needs.
• Assist in other areas as needed to support an excellent patient experience and center operations.
• Pursue additional clinical training and self-development to consistently provide quality care.

Benefits

• $10,000 hiring bonus
• Monthly RVU bonus incentive
• Quarterly quality care bonus incentive
• Annual merit increase opportunity
• 18 days of paid time off annually, with rollover
• 5 days of paid CME time annually
• 6 paid holidays
• Medical malpractice coverage
• Reimbursement for approved renewal of applicable licensure, certifications, and memberships
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement opportunity
• Medical, vision, prescription, and dental plans
• Life and disability insurance
• Colleague referral bonus program
• Opportunity to teach residents and students
• Training in occupational medicine
• Supplemental health benefits, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Pre-tax health care and dependent care spending accounts
• Concentra-accredited CME courses
• Occupational Health University
• Leadership development programs
• Relocation assistance when applicable
• Commuter benefits
• Identity theft services
• Colleague discount program
• Opportunities for advancement locally and nationally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level