Primary Care Provider: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Fast Pace Health•Trenton, TN

11h

About The Position

Fast Pace Health is seeking a Primary Care Provider who is a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in rural communities. The provider serves as a first point of contact for preventive care and remains responsible for patients’ ongoing comprehensive care and long-term health. The role requires a team-oriented approach, flexibility with evolving technologies and protocols, and the ability to respond accurately to changes in a patient’s condition or treatment response. Care is provided in clinics and through virtual communication channels in a compassionate, welcoming environment. The provider conducts primary care for patients of all ages, including children aged 3 and older, and may assist with urgent care activities as the primary care schedule allows. The role involves working efficiently in an autonomous, fast-paced setting, leading and supporting clinic staff, maintaining timely and accurate patient charts, following clinical protocols, and complying with applicable regulations, including HIPAA. Providers are expected to meet patient-volume goals averaging more than 18 patients daily. The position requires a master’s degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies, one year of dedicated direct primary care provider experience, an active and verifiable license and DEA registration in good standing, and the ability to treat all ages and meet credentialing requirements. DOT certification must be obtained within 120 days of employment and maintained during employment. Fast Pace Health describes its mission as improving healthcare in rural communities through patient care, education, accessibility, and community service. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and states that it seeks to create an inclusive environment.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or Physician Assistant Studies (MMS).
At least 1 year of dedicated experience as an NP or PA provider in a direct primary care setting.
Proficiency in comprehensive primary care, including chronic care management, adult and pediatric annual wellness visits, and preventive health measures.
Understanding of HEDIS quality metrics related to preventive screenings, vaccinations, and chronic conditions.
Proficiency in pediatric examinations and ability to see children aged 3 years and older.
Active, verifiable license and DEA registration in good standing with the appropriate regulatory agency.
Ability to treat patients of all ages and meet applicable credentialing requirements.
Ability to obtain DOT certification within 120 days of employment and maintain it during employment.
Ability to meet patient-volume goals, averaging more than 18 patients daily.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, autonomous, team-oriented environment and adapt to new technologies and protocols.
Ability to respond quickly and accurately to changes in patient condition or treatment response.
Dedication to evidence-based medicine and staying current with medical advancements.
Ability to perform responsibilities within standard NP protocols.
Ability to comply with applicable Federal and State regulations, company standards, and HIPAA requirements.
Ability to perform the physical, sensory, cognitive, and environmental functions specified for the position.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience working as a Telehealth Clinician.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality healthcare within Fast Pace Health’s scope of services while supporting patient satisfaction.
Provide preventive care as patients’ first point of contact and take ongoing responsibility for their comprehensive care and long-term well-being.
Conduct physical examinations and assessments for patients of all ages, including children aged 3 and older.
Manage chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and asthma.
Conduct annual wellness visits for adults and pediatric patients, including vaccinations and preventive screenings.
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess patients’ clinical problems and healthcare needs.
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans.
Prescribe medications, recommend treatments, and provide written home-going instructions.
Refer patients to specialists or other healthcare resources when appropriate.
Educate patients and families about health maintenance and preventive care, and promote health literacy, patient engagement, and shared decision-making.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and value-based care programs.
Lead clinic staff by example and provide guidance to support quality services and patient satisfaction.
Review patients’ medical histories, symptoms, allergies, and medications; ask situation-specific questions to support accurate diagnoses.
Engage with clinical leadership and elevate concerns to management when appropriate.
Complete patient charts accurately and promptly, forwarding charts as appropriate each day.
Implement clinical protocols established by the CMO and Supervising Physicians and work within standard NP protocols.
Provide in-person and virtual consultations and diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations with attention to patient-centered care, safety, cost, and accuracy.
Comply with Federal and State regulations, company standards, HIPAA and other health information management requirements, and mandatory compliance training.
Communicate and collaborate with the team to support excellent patient care and a positive, respectful work environment.
Maintain confidentiality and professional relationships with patients, clients, employees, and managers.
Assist with urgent care activities as the primary care schedule allows.
Perform other duties assigned by management.