Experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Family Medicine (Nazareth)

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

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About The Position

St. Luke’s Family Medicine Nazareth is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a collaborative four-provider team caring for patients across the lifespan, including pediatrics. The practice sees a diverse mix of acute, chronic, preventive, and wellness visits, averaging 18–25 patients per day. The Advanced Practitioner provides healthcare services under the supervision of and/or in collaboration with an attending physician. Services include medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, referrals, diagnostic evaluation, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescribing. The Advanced Practitioner also serves as a patient advocate and participates in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives.

The schedule is Monday through Friday: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Wednesday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; and Friday 8 a.m.–4 p.m. There are no weekends or holidays, with shared rotating call coverage. The role may include virtual care services through St. Luke’s platform, when requested.

St. Luke’s describes its integrated health network as having more than 1,000 Advanced Practitioners, 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 job location.
• At least one year of experience in a similar setting is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in a similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, counsel, and educate patients and their families receiving medical services.
• Evaluate patients and perform physical examinations, including obtaining, reviewing, and updating medical histories.
• Identify abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, including radiologic and laboratory studies, and accurately interpret results.
• Evaluate, develop, and implement 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 evidence-based medicine.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures consistent with granted clinical privileges.
• When requested, conduct live, interactive virtual clinical assessments, diagnosis, and treatment; assist with care coordination or escalation as appropriate.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge, attend educational workshops, review professional publications, establish professional networks, participate in professional societies, and complete required continuing medical education.
• Participate in researching, developing, implementing, and tracking clinical management guidelines.
• Teach multidisciplinary students and physician residents and fellows, and support a positive educational environment.
• Precept Advanced Practitioner students during clinical rotations when assigned.
• Participate in performance improvement in clinical care and outcomes, customer service, operations and processes, and safety, as appropriate.
• Use the electronic medical record competently, keep documentation current, and document services appropriately for billing.
• Use resources effectively and efficiently and demonstrate financial responsibility and accountability.
• Perform routine health maintenance 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.

Benefits

• Robust orientation program for all experience levels, including new graduates
• Advanced Practitioner mentorship program
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Competitive compensation package
• Continuing medical education and certification cost reimbursement
• Fitness and Sports Performance Center memberships
• Malpractice insurance
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed