Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Primary Care Clinic
About The Position
Community Health Centers of America (CHCA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center, provides accessible and affordable healthcare to underserved regions. CHCA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to work full time, five days per week, at primary care clinics in Fair Oaks and Sacramento. The provider will deliver compassionate, quality care to support the well-being of community members. The position provides direct primary care services, including examination, diagnosis, treatment, referral, and follow-up. The provider is expected to educate patients about diagnoses, treatment, and prognosis; maintain complete and accurate medical records; follow accepted medical standards and organizational requirements; and participate in assigned quality assurance, peer review, and utilization review activities.
Requirements
- Degree from a recognized university.
- California Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
- At least 1 year of experience.
- Current valid DEA registration and BLS certification.
- Ability to use Electronic Health Records.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and efficiently carry out duties and assignments.
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with people from all backgrounds.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Pleasant and professional demeanor.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a community clinic is preferred.
- FQHC experience is preferred.
- Bilingual skills are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide a safe, educational experience for patients while upholding California Medical and Nursing Board standards of care.
- Educate patients about diagnoses, treatment, and prognosis.
- Provide services in accordance with accepted medical standards, organizational policies, contractual requirements, and patient needs.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and legible medical records according to established protocols.
- Participate in quality assurance, peer review, and utilization review activities as assigned.
- Provide direct primary care services, including examination, diagnosis, treatment, referral, and patient follow-up.
- Be available to patients for follow-up questions.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries with good benefits.
- Bonus opportunities.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- CME allowance and paid leave.
- Vacation, holiday, and sick time.
- 401(k) with generous match.
- Loan forgiveness eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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