Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

About the job Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant


This well-established Family Medicine practice is seeking a full-time, licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its team. This is a thriving practice with a large patient base. The successful candidate must be willing to work independently in a clinical setting, as the NP/PA will be responsible for the successful management and care coordination of his/her assigned patient population. While experience is preferred, we are open to training a new graduate. There is always a physician available for consultation.

We are dedicated to providing our patients with the most comprehensive healthcare possible. We treat our patients like family, thus we are seeking a provider who shares this commitment to providing a full array of treatments and services as well as someone who has a genuine interest in continuous learning and growth. The ideal candidate will be committed to developing strong relationships with their patients and providing a continuity of care.

We also treat our staff like family - we strive to provide a collegial work culture based on trust and teamwork. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits structure - our staff work hard and we make every effort to reward them for their efforts.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Assess patients' needs, order or perform tests, interpret results and offer diagnosis and education; order prescriptions and referrals as needed
• Communicate with collaborating physician regarding patient care
• Chart visit notes in an electronic medical record in a timely fashion

The position is structured as follows:

• Full-time
• Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• NO evening or weekend clinic hours
• Shared call, every 6 - 7 weeks

Experience and Qualifications:

• Current California NP or PA License
• Unencumbered DEA License (withing 30 days of hire)
• ACLS/BLS Certification
• Self-motivated, directed, flexible and a team player
• Outgoing and engaging personality
• Energetic and enthusiastic about career growth and development
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
• Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.
• Around 23-25 visits per day when fully trained.

Compensation: $120,000 - $160,000 per year base salary, depending on experience.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance - Practice pays 100% of Employee premium
• 401k w/match
• Paid Time Off
• CME allowance
• Malpractice Insurance

About Farr Medical Group

At Farr Medical Group, Inc., in Bakersfield, California, our board-certified family practice physician team is committed to providing comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable medical treatment for the whole family. With sensitivity and compassion, they work with their patients to promote good health and wellness in a professional and caring environment. Their focus on excellence, integrity, and quality health care means patients will always be treated with respect and receive the personalized attention they deserve. The team prides itself on delivering state-of-the-art services combined with a unique, collaborative health care approach for men and women. They aim to be a one-stop location for all family medicine needs, including chronic disease management for diabetes, high cholesterol, asthma, thyroid issues, arthritis, and asthma. They also provide compassionate mental health services for patients in need of counseling and medication management.