Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Internal Medicine

Cherry Health • Grand Rapids, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a benefit-eligible part-time position (32 hours per week - 4 days) working on-site at our Heart of the City Health Center. Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) or applicable Medical Director and with guidance from a collaborating physician, the Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant is responsible for medical care consistent with accepted professional standards. Must adhere to the organizational Policies, Procedures, Code of Ethics, and all licensing and accreditation standards of the position. Must represent the organization’s Mission in all actions and communications.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing OR a Masters in Physician Assistant studies
• State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required
• AHA/ARC BLS certification required
• Two years’ experience working in a primary care clinic setting as an advanced practice provider required or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job listed above.
• Basic Life Support/CPR training as required by license and/or certification.
• Tact and professionalism when interacting with others in person or by phone.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.
• Ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions.
• Strong oral communication skills with diverse individuals and groups.
• Good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and accept/utilize feedback.
• Ability to maintain agency and client confidentiality.
• Ability to work in various settings (office, telehealth, mobile medical unit, nursing home, other Cherry Health sites).
• Ability to work effectively with people of different cultures.
• Excellent bedside manner and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent direct patient care in a comprehensive, compassionate, and team-based manner.
• Assist in the coordination and/or supervision of prevention services for patients.
• Provide medical evaluation and treatment of ill patients based on scientific knowledge.
• Provide medical care to all patients within the expectations of the specialty hired into.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records for each patient.
• Prescribe medication, referrals, and diagnostic studies when indicated.
• Recommend lifestyle changes as appropriate to improve health and quality of life.
• Follow and interpret diagnostic results, ensuring that patients are notified of results and next steps.
• Promote team-based care to better serve patients, including collaboration with MA, nursing staff, RD, pharmacist, community health workers, behavioral health, optometrists, and dentists.
• Provide coverage for patients when other providers take leave.
• Participate in after-hours call.
• Participate in regular chart review with collaborative physician per agreement.
• Participate in the peer review process.
• Follow clinic policies, procedures, and protocols to achieve Cherry Street Services Inc. goals and objectives.
• Strive to achieve high-quality metrics under Cherry Health’s Quality Assurance program.
• Serve as a liaison with the medical community and maintain linkages with external agencies and organizations.
• Attend regular internal and external meetings to support clinical program and agency goals.
• Understand and adhere to CSHS’s compliance standards, Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest Policy, and HIPAA.
• Keep abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and CSHS regulations, laws, and policies as they evolve.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
• Generous Paid Time Off benefit – 4 weeks per year for full time
• Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5%
• MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level