Family Practice Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Comprehensive Community Action, Family Health Services a Joint Commission Accredited, NCQA III; Federally Qualified Community Health Center is seeking a full time Family Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant at a growing, multi-service, multi-site Family Medicine Practice. The Patient Centered Medical Home practice has integrated oral and behavioral health care along with many family centered case management programs. Providers are assigned to a team consisting of a nurse, medical assistant, social worker and patient navigator and nurse care manager – the patient centered medical home approach to care supports the patient through all aspects of their care. The practice uses NextGen electronic health record system which is integrated throughout all disciplines. Opportunities are available for special population interests. The practice will sponsor J1Visa applications with multi-year contract.

Experience in and desire to work with underserved communities increasing access to preventive and primary healthcare. The Health Center has four locations and offers a comprehensive approach to the management of healthcare and individual/community social needs.

Candidates must be licensed in Rhode Island (or eligible), and community oriented. Duties and skills include a strong clinical background in Family Medicine, supervision and oversight of clinical support teams, strong communication skills and a strong commitment to community practice. Bilingual preferred.

H1-b and Green card sponsorship candidates are welcome to apply. Possible loan repayment available if candidate is eligible.

Our Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes 403(b), health insurance, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement accounts, tuition reimbursement up to $1,000 annually, Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation, sick and personal days, and up to 13 available paid holidays for full-time employees and some benefits are included for part-time employees.

CCAP providers are covered under the Federal Tort Claims Act of 1992 and 1995. Covered providers have statutory immunity from “individual” malpractice liability while acting within scope of employment. Providers feel less threatened by the malpractice climate while working for CCAP because if a patient sues a CCAP doctor, they are instead suing the federal government. Thus, less junk lawsuits.

CCAP is in Rhode Island boasting 400 miles of New England coastline. Here you can enjoy beautiful beaches, surfing, seafood boating, fishing and outstanding colleges and universities. It hosts Newport mansions, river fires, charming villages, local farms, hiking and biking trails and walkable cities. CCAP is ideally located between New York City and Boston for easy day or weekend trips.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Join the team that’s making a difference in our community!

CCAP Mission Statement - To empower all people and communities, challenged by poverty as well as social and cultural barriers, through advocacy, education, and access to high quality health and human services.