New Grad Bilingual Nurse Practitioner NP

Clinica Family Health & Wellness • Denver, CO

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About The Position

Clinica Family Health & Wellness is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center providing comprehensive, affordable medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and specialty behavioral care. The organization aims to be a healthcare home offering coordinated, whole-person care throughout patients’ lives.

The Nurse Practitioner provides high-quality, comprehensive care to patients across acute and chronic contexts, in accordance with health care plans and their scope of practice. The role collaborates with a designated supervising physician and the wider clinical team, supports care coordination and community relationships, and helps teach team members and health-profession students. The position also involves maintaining timely clinical workflows, effective use of the EMR and related tools, and completing credentialing and privileging requirements.

The position is based in Colorado and requires a Colorado license and proficiency in Spanish. One year of ambulatory health care experience and sensitivity to low-income, ethnic minority communities are preferred. Compensation is $50–$68 per hour, with starting pay based on directly related experience, education, licensure or certification, and internal equity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Licensed in the State of Colorado.
• Eligible for DEA licensure; new graduates should obtain it within one year of hire.
• Proficiency in Spanish.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to flourish in a team system.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in ambulatory health care.
• Sensitivity to low-income, ethnic minority communities.
• Experience with an EMR.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care according to health care plans and within scope of practice.
• Deliver comprehensive care to patient populations in acute and chronic contexts, applying planned care principles and respecting the limits of training and experience.
• Build and maintain rapport with the medical community and broaden Clinica’s referral network.
• Communicate with health and human services agencies, local governments, and community organizations as needed.
• Provide responsive off-hours medical services in person or by phone when the clinic is closed, if applicable.
• Support and teach site team members and teach students in relevant health-profession training programs.
• Maintain knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and stay current with changes in this area.
• Provide Human Resources with documentation, paperwork, and signatures needed for initial and biannual credentialing and privileging.
• Communicate respectfully and responsively with staff and patients, contribute to teamwork, and give and receive feedback appropriately.
• Complete daily clinical work in a timely and thorough manner, including huddles, messages, patient care, charting, PAQ and task management, referrals, record review, and paperwork.
• Demonstrate positive leadership and work to improve the patient and staff experience.
• Collaborate with teammates clinically and administratively, including seeking or providing guidance and following Clinica procedures for time off.
• Use the EMR, registries, and templates effectively.
• Work under the supervision of a designated physician.
• Support and promote MCC utilization with the Clinician team.
• Meet applicable health and safety requirements, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis screening at hire; provide proof of required immunizations before employment begins.

Benefits

• Colorado Health Service Corps and National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Programs: eligible providers may receive up to $120,000 in loan repayment assistance.
• Medical, dental, and vision options.
• Medical and dependent care FSA/HSA.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Accident and hospital plans.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Vacation time, sick hours, and personal holiday hours.
• Collaborative team environment and open communication with leadership.
• Training and growth opportunities with a supportive team.
• Continuing medical education for medical providers: $3,000 and 40 hours annually, prorated based on weekly hours/FTE.

What This Job Offers

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