Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (Pediatric Focus)

Working title : Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner- Pediatrics Focus

Classification title : Physician Assistants (29-1071) or Nurse Practitioner (29-1171)

Division : Community Health Center

Program : Various

Reports to : Assistant Medical Director/Lead APP

FLSA status : Exempt: Full-Time

Wage Range: $110,000 to $149,512 annually; depending on number of years of transferrable experience and internal equity

RiverStone Health:

Serving the Yellowstone County community and south-central Montana for nearly 50 years, RiverStone Health is an essential provider of personal and public health services. Health, Education, Leadership, and Protection – HELP is what we do.

From medical, dental and behavioral healthcare; home care and hospice; public health services like immunizations, WIC, health promotion and restaurant inspections; and educating the next generation of health professionals, our expertise spans all ages and stages of life. Underlying principles of access, affordability, compassion, and quality in all interactions, RiverStone Health improves life, health, and safety for all of the communities we serve.

Job Summary:

This position provides general primary and preventive health care counseling and treatment for patients in accordance with licensure and approved privileges. The position works as a team member to support patients to achieve health goals and/or improvement in health outcomes. Providers primary focus will be with our pediatric patient population. Provider is expected to see all ages of patients. Clinics include: Pediatric specialty clinic (Kids Journey), School Based Health Centers (Orchard, Medicine Crow, and Senior High) and Child Advocacy Clinic.

This position is expected to intermittently work with learners including APP students and resident trainees.

Essential Functions/Major Duties and Responsibilities:

A. General Duties 95%

• Counsel and educate patients about health issues such as diet, nutrition, emotional and mental health, sexually transmitted diseases, cancer, and contraceptives.

• Assess patient’s health lifestyle, including taking a complete medical history of the patient.

• Review medications patients are taking.

• Perform physical examinations of patients.

• Collect medical specimens and performs several basic medical tests.

• Order medical laboratory tests and/or X-rays.

• Evaluate medical test results and interpret them to patients.

• Treat patient’s diagnosed conditions.

• Provide surgical and/or other medical referrals as necessary.

• Keep immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.

• Attend meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and review publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.

• Responds to patients’ and citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.

• Communicate and coordinate regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.

• Provide coverage at off campus clinics: Schools, Bridger, Joliet, etc.

• Participates in fulfilling the vision, mission, goals and objectives of RiverStone Health including its focus on education.

Non-Essential Functions/Other duties as assigned ≤5%

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of RiverStone’s mission and goals.

Education and Experience:

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program in Physician Associate Studies or Advanced Practice Degree in Nursing

• One year of clinical practice in primary care and/or pediatric experience

• Any combination of experience and training which provide the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with underserved population.

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Licensed in the State of Montana, in good standing

• Must be credentialed and privileged in accordance with RiverStone Health Clinic processes.

• BLS Certificate

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Computer literacy, in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to maintain a calm and positive demeanor during difficult client interactions.
• Ability to display non-judgmental and empathetic listening skills.
• High degree of detail-oriented skill level.
• Knowledge and understanding of protected sensitive patient health information (HIPAA) and confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain a positive work environment.
• Ability to perform job duties with integrity and innovation to ensure completion and a high level of quality.
• Ability to understand and adhere to required administrative policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills to ensure efficiencies and quality customer service.

Customer Service Excellence:

• Doing things right the first time

• Making people feel welcome.

• Showing respect for each customer

• Anticipating customer needs and concerns

• Keeping customers informed

• Helping and going the extra mile

• Responding quickly

• Protecting privacy and confidentiality

• Demonstrating proper telephone etiquette

• Taking responsibility for handling complaints

• Being professional

• Taking ownership of your attitude toward Service Excellence.

Supervision:

• This position does not have supervision authority over others.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Work is mainly performed in a clinic setting.

• Standing, bending and lifting is required.

• The position is regularly exposed to biological pathogens and contagious diseases where Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and special precautions must be taken due to reduce exposure and mitigate risk.

• Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, other vehicles, etc. Travel occurs in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.

• Create and maintain a safe/secure working environment by adhering to safety, security, and health requirements. Integrates injury, illness, and loss prevention into job activities by attending any necessary training and implementing best practices.

Freedom to Act & Decision Making:

• Work is structured by public health regulations and established medical practices.

• Decisions directly affect the quality of services provided to the public.

• The work is performed under the supervision and direction of the Director, and considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in patient care.

• Responsible for the treatment of 4-10 patients per session, up to 25 patients per day.

Communications & Networking:

• Daily written and verbal communication with patients, patient family members, co-workers, and providers.

• Work directly with other team members to provide quality customer service for patients and customers.

Budget & Resource Management:

• This position does not have budget authority