Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care (Warren Hills)

St. Luke's University Health Network • Washington, NJ

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About The Position

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking an Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for Warren Hills Family Practice. The role provides healthcare services under the supervision of and/or in collaboration with an attending physician, including medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, referrals, diagnostic evaluation, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription. The practitioner serves as a patient advocate and participates in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives.

The position is part of a well-established, high-volume family medicine practice with a growing patient base. The practitioner provides care to patients of all ages, from pediatrics through geriatrics, in a collaborative primary care setting. The role may include virtual care services through St. Luke's platform, as requested, and participation in teaching, research, clinical guideline development, and quality improvement.

St. Luke's offers orientation for practitioners at all experience levels, an AP mentorship program, a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation, CME and certification cost reimbursement, fitness and sports performance center memberships, malpractice insurance, dedicated support staff, and opportunities in teaching, research, quality improvement, and strategic development. The network has a dedicated advanced practice leadership structure and opportunities for advancement and growth.

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 the job location.
• Ability to perform the physical and sensory requirements described, including sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, bending, reaching, handling, and the required sensory abilities.

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.
• Identify 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 healthcare based on best practices and/or evidence-based medicine.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as appropriate and within granted clinical privileges.
• Conduct virtual care services when requested, including live interactive clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, and assist with care coordination or escalation 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, and help maintain a positive educational environment.
• Participate in AP student clinical rotation preceptorship when assigned.
• Participate in performance improvement involving clinical care and outcomes, customer service, operations and processes, and safety, as appropriate.
• Use the electronic medical record competently, maintain current documentation, and document services appropriately for billing.
• Use resources effectively and efficiently and demonstrate financial responsibility and 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 about prevention and ways to address existing health problems; provide health-related information and materials.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Competitive compensation package
• CME plus certification cost reimbursement
• Fitness and Sports Performance Center memberships
• Malpractice insurance
• Robust orientation program for all levels of experience, including new graduates
• AP Mentorship Program
• Team-based care with dedicated support staff
• Teaching, research, quality improvement, and strategic development opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within the network

What This Job Offers

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