Experienced Bilingual Nurse Practitioner NP

Job TitleClinica Family Health & Wellness is a community health center, a medical safety net for those who otherwise might fall through the cracks of the American health care system. For almost 50 years, Clinica has existed to provide health care to the individuals and families in our community at a price they can afford. Young or old, people of any race or ethnicity or income level—we are here to provide them with exceptional health care because no one should have to choose between obtaining the health care they need and other necessities such as housing or food.We are seeking new team members to join us in our mission to provide high quality care and services to our Adams, Boulder, and Gilpin counties.Clinica is an approved participant of the Colorado Health Service Corps and National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Programs. Pending met eligibility requirements, providers may be awarded up to $90,000 for helping our communities.What We OfferStudent loan repayment programs based on availability and acceptanceFederal malpractice coverage (FTCA)Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision options, FSA/HSA, Life and disability, Accident/hospital plans, Retirement with employer contributionsPTO and flexible schedulesTeam based care modelOpen communication with leadership and mission-focused engagementTraining and growth opportunities with a supportive team invested in your successCompensation: $50 - $68/hour. All individual pay rates are calculated based on the candidate's experience and internal equity.Overview of RoleEssential duties and responsibilities:Provides patient care as per Health Care Plans and within his/her/their Scope of Practice.Provides high-quality, comprehensive care to all patient populations, both in acute and chronic contexts (e.g., applies planned care principles; practice variations from Clinica's treatment protocols as appropriate; limitations of training/experience are respected).Expands and maintains rapport with the medical community in the service area (e.g., interacts appropriately with other medical personnel outside of Clinica; actively seeks to broaden our referral network).Appropriately communicates with health & human services agencies, local governments, and community organizations as needed.Provides responsive off-hours medical services physically or by phone when the clinic is closed, if applicable.Supports and teaches team members at the site. Teaches students enrolled in a relevant health-profession training program.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and stays current with changes in this area.Provides Human Resources staff the needed documentation, paperwork, and signatures to complete credentialing and privileging (initial and biannual).Is respectful and responsive to staff and patients (is approachable by other staff, demonstrates good teamwork by offering and receiving feedback appropriately).Handles ongoing daily clinical work in a timely and thorough manner. This includes being present for huddle, responding to messages (by phone and e-mail), staying on time while caring for patients, charting, managing the PAQ and Tasks, submitting referrals, reviewing records, and completing paperwork needed for optimal patient care.Exhibits positive leadership skills on and off the pod (actively striving to improve the patient and staff experience of Clinica).Collaborates well with teammates, both on a clinical level (e.g., seeks/provides guidance and feedback to supervised/supervising clinician) as well as on a managerial and administrative level (e.g., follows Clinica's procedures around requesting/taking time off).Handles ongoing daily clinical work in a timely and thorough manner as outlined in the Provider manual (see Provider Manual).Effective use of the EMR, registries and templates.Works under the supervision of a designated physician.Supports and promotes MCC utilization with the Clinician team.Position QualificationsEducation and Experience:Bachelor's Degree.Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.Licensed in the State of Colorado.Eligible for DEA licensure (new graduates should obtain within one year of hire).Minimum 1-2 years' experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Family Practice.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:One year of experience in ambulatory health care preferred.Sensitivity to low income, ethnic minority communities preferred.Proficiency in the Spanish language.Computer proficiency – EMR experience preferred.Ability to flourish in a team system.Clinica Family Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.