Nurse Practitioner Partner - Primary Care/Local Clinic

Nurse Practitioner Partner - Primary Care/Local Clinic Title: NursePractitioner (NP) or Physician Associate (PA) Job Category: Primary Care Location: YUKON,OK Position Type: Full-Time Compensation: $175,000 - $250,000 Practitioner Roles and Responsibilities Assesses patient health by interviewing patients and performing physical examinations (including obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories) Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records Provides quality outpatient services by appointment Provides ongoing health maintenance, health education and disease prevention periodic screening for adults Provides well-women gynecological exams including appropriate screening, history, examinations and education Provides patient education regarding disease processes and good health habits Maintains current knowledge of immunization schedules, routine adult health maintenance recommendations and general clinic protocols Orders and evaluates appropriate laboratory and x-ray studies Completes Continuing Medical Education and maintains licensure in good standing. Maintains current prescriptive authority license, OBNDD and DEA number Maintains a current knowledge of the Nurse Practitioner formulary and prescribes medications within the limits of the formulary Assists in community health screening and disease prevention activities Informs Medical Director of difficult cases, poor outcomes, or of involvement of other agencies in patient case Interacts effectively with patients, families, clinic team members and anyone necessary to satisfy patient care Qualifications Current valid license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Associate (PA) in Oklahoma. Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a team environment Dedication to providing high-quality patient care Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems Commitment to continuous learning and professional development Preferred Skills Communication Skills: To communicate with patients and colleagues, excellent listening, speaking and interpersonal skills are needed. Must be able to understand patient needs, clearly communicate instructions, and build and maintain a trusting relationship Problem Solving: Based on clinical interviews, physical examinations and lab test results, practitioner must be able to identify diseases and other health conditions, make diagnoses, and produce treatment plans Critical Thinking: When developing a treatment plan, practitioner must be able to evaluate various options to treat a condition, then identify the most effective path for the best possible outcome Compassion: Must be able to sympathize with sick and worried patients and their families Leadership Skills: Ability to manage other members of the healthcare team such as RNs, LPNs, and other support staff #J-18808-Ljbffr TRIAD MSO