Physician Assistant OR Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care

Oklahoma City Indian Clinic•Oklahoma City, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) is a non profit corporation that provides culturally sensitive health care to the American Indian population. OKCIC services not only include basic medical care, but also dental, optometry, behavioral health services, fitness, nutrition and other family programs. Our mission is to provide excellent healthcare to American Indians. We do this by putting people first, providing quality services, and maintaining our Integrity and Professionalism. We are looking to add compassionate team players to our growing team as we continue to work toward our goal of becoming the national model for American Indian Health Care. Oklahoma City Indian Clinic is looking to add a Physician Assistant to our team. Patient care will have an emphasis on chronic health issues. Duties include, but are not limited to: Plans and provides comprehensive Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner services to clinic patients according to clinic policy, accepted PA/NP standards, and the standards of regulatory agencies. Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of the physician. Techniques include observation, inspection, palpation, auscultation, and percussion. Records physical findings and formulates a plan and prognosis, based on the patient's condition. Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needs. Recognizes abnormal findings and treats or refers to the Physician for further evaluation and/or treatment. Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures. Instructs patients in health education and prevention as needed. Discusses cases with the physician and other health professionals to prepare a comprehensive patient care plan. Refers the patient to an appropriate specialty for further care or diagnostic procedures that cannot be adequately provided at the clinic. Provides full and adequate information to the receiving facility. Maintains adequate records detailing patient care activities. Ability to adapt to a wide range of patient care needs and changes in patient flow while maintaining quality of care. Assists medical staff in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health care. Maintains confidentiality, security, and integrity of patient data and information. Maintains licensure and appropriate certifications. The Oklahoma City Indian Clinic is a non-profit organization and not federal employment. Indian preference hiring laws apply. The Clinic is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. The Clinic adheres to all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including protections based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, religion, veteran status, and other characteristics as required by federal, state, or local law. For Indian Preference to apply, you must complete the full application and submit a copy of your CDIB card. Qualifications Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, medical marijuana license holders who test positive for marijuana will not be qualified for this position.

Requirements

Must align with OKCIC vision, mission, and core values
Must be a graduate of a Nationally Certified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
Must possess a clear, unencumbered Oklahoma PA or NP license in good standing with the Oklahoma Medical Board
Must possess a clear DEA and OBNDD registration
Board certified, or documentation of eligibility if in the process of obtaining board certification
2 or more years of experience in public health, community health, or an outpatient setting required.

Responsibilities

Plans and provides comprehensive Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner services to clinic patients according to clinic policy, accepted PA/NP standards, and the standards of regulatory agencies.
Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of the physician.
Techniques include observation, inspection, palpation, auscultation, and percussion.
Records physical findings and formulates a plan and prognosis, based on the patient's condition.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needs.
Recognizes abnormal findings and treats or refers to the Physician for further evaluation and/or treatment.
Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.
Instructs patients in health education and prevention as needed.
Discusses cases with the physician and other health professionals to prepare a comprehensive patient care plan.
Refers the patient to an appropriate specialty for further care or diagnostic procedures that cannot be adequately provided at the clinic.
Provides full and adequate information to the receiving facility.
Maintains adequate records detailing patient care activities.
Ability to adapt to a wide range of patient care needs and changes in patient flow while maintaining quality of care.
Assists medical staff in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health care.
Maintains confidentiality, security, and integrity of patient data and information.
Maintains licensure and appropriate certifications.