Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Family Medicine

NEIGHBORHOOD OUTREACH ACCESS TO HEALTH•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider provides and manages direct medical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, and care for patients in accordance with evidence-based treatment guidelines within a recognized area of practice. The role is based at Desert Mission Health Center in Phoenix, Arizona, and is full-time. Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health (NOAH) is a Federally Qualified Health Center offering comprehensive, integrated, and affordable healthcare services. Its services include medical, dental, behavioral health, nutrition, preventive health, eligibility assistance, and health education programs. NOAH serves more than 40,000 neighbors and describes its work environment as supportive and balanced, with a focus on employee well-being. The position may be filled by a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. The role requires the applicable professional education, certification, licensure, and credentials listed for that provider type. New hires must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test and have a current Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card or pass fingerprint clearance within seven days following hire.

Requirements

Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for delivering medical care.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.
Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient-care services in the relevant area of medical expertise.
Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient-care aids, including the ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct use.
Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment in the relevant area of expertise.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
For Nurse Practitioners: Master’s degree in a nursing-related field (MS, MN, or MSN) from an NLN- or CCNE-accredited program.
For Nurse Practitioners: National Nurse Practitioner certification from an approved national certifying agency.
For Nurse Practitioners: Nurse Practitioner certification aligned with the Arizona Board of Nursing scope of practice for nurse practitioners.
For Nurse Practitioners: DEA certification and Basic Life Support certification.
For Physician Assistants: Graduate of an AMA-accredited Physician Assistant program.
For Physician Assistants: National certification and Arizona state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
For Physician Assistants: Basic Life Support certification and DEA certification.
New hires must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
Must have a current Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card or pass fingerprint clearance within seven days following hire.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak English and Spanish is preferred.
For Nurse Practitioners: X waiver is preferred.
For Nurse Practitioners: Valid and current Arizona Nurse Practitioner license with Prescriptive Authority is preferred.
For Nurse Practitioners: One or more years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner is preferred.
For Physician Assistants: X waiver is preferred.
For Physician Assistants: One or more years of experience as a Physician Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide and manage direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment.
Prescribe appropriate pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens based on assessed medical conditions.
Review and update medical records in compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
Refer patients to specialists and relevant patient care services as appropriate.
Communicate with patients and families to keep them informed and involved in healthcare decisions and direction.
Provide counseling, education, and resource information about wellness, illness prevention, and health maintenance.
Direct and coordinate nursing and support staff patient-care activities as required.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
Abide by and enforce PPE standards for clinical staff.
Attend, participate in, or assist with meetings, trainings, community outreach, continuing education, and other required activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.