Advance Practice Provider

Advanced Practice Provider OpportunityRiver Valley Family Health Centers is looking for an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our clinics in Delta, Colorado. The Advanced Practice Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant) provides comprehensive, patient-centered primary care services in a community clinic setting. This position is responsible for evaluating and managing acute and chronic conditions; performing age-appropriate preventive care and health screenings; ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests; prescribing medications and treatments within scope and applicable regulations; and performing in-office procedures as credentialed. The Advanced Practice Practitioner documents care in the electronic medical record, coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team and community partners, and supports continuity of care through timely follow-up, patient education, and evidence-based practice. Care is delivered in alignment with the clinic's mission, policies, and quality standards and in accordance with applicable state practice acts and governing board requirements.The Mission of River Valley Family Health Centers is to provide high quality healthcare in an integrated and culturally respectful manner to our community. We offer affordable and easy access to quality care for all, while being an employer of choice. We value patient-centered, quality care, accountability, integrity, and overcoming barriers to care. We are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, ethnicity, military obligations, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, or any other status protected by state or local law.This position is full time, salaried exempt, and pays $118,779.00 - $136,011.20 per year, depending on experience and certifications.A day in the life of an APP includes:Providing direct patient care to patients by assessing patient health, performing physical examinations, obtaining health histories, and developing and implementing patient management plans.Performing therapeutic procedures by administering injection, suturing, casting, splinting, removal of foreign bodies, managing wounds and infections, etc.Providing patient education at time of service, including anticipatory guidance, information about chronic care, disease prevention, and the promotion of health maintenance.Collaborating with Behavioral Health, Primary Care, and Dental Providers to encourage integrated health.And more!Compensation and Benefits$118,779.00 - $136,011.20 per year, depending on experience and certificationsMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLife & Disability InsuranceAFLAC Supplemental Insurance401(k) Matching with participation after 90-daysEmployee Assistant and Wellness ProgramsGenerous PTO accruing and available from the first day of employmentContinuing Education OpportunitiesQualificationsUnrestricted and current PA-C Certification with NCCPA, or current FNP license, in the State of Colorado, and DEA registration.Ability and willingness to treat and prescribe for Medication for Opioid use Disorder (MOUD)Ability and willingness to treat children of all ages, including infants, and performing well-child exams preferredCurrent BLS/CPR and ACLS certification.5+ years of related experience in an FQHC or other community health setting preferred.Knowledge of public health principles and practices preferred.Ability to travel between clinics as needed.Ability to maintain positive working relationships with team members, patients, families, and others.Ability to utilize a computer for time keeping, documenting electronic medical records, and to complete follow-up tasks.A caring, kind, and professional bedside manner.Ability to be a team player and to support and assist team members as needed.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Must demonstrate cultural sensitivity when working with individuals and groups of diverse racial, ethnic, economic, and social backgrounds.Bilingual candidates are preferred but not required, must be comfortable using translation services if not bilingual.This position requires long periods of standing and walking, sitting at a computer, the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 pounds, etc. Employees are exposed to blood, body fluids, and other occupational hazards, and are required to complete mandatory vaccines, such as Tdap, Hep A, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, and the yearly flu vaccine.