Primary Care PA or NP — $30-40K Benefits Package + NHSC Loan Forgiveness + 20 Days PTO | Sacram[...]

Primary Care Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Department: Medical, Primary Care Location: J Street (JST) Reports to: Department Associate Medical Director, DCMO, CMO Status: Full-time, Part-time Pay Range: $162,800 – 211,640/yr Organization Information The client is a mission-driven healthcare organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, comprehensive care to diverse and underserved communities. Their approach centers on ensuring every patient is seen, supported, and provided with accessible, patient-centered services regardless of background or circumstance. They offer an integrated model of care that includes medical, dental, mental health, and behavioral health services, supported by enabling services that address the broader needs of the populations they serve. By operating directly within the community, they are able to provide coordinated, team-based care that prioritizes both clinical excellence and continuity of care. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), the organization is accredited by the Joint Commission for Ambulatory Care and Behavioral Health, and is recognized as both a Primary Care Medical Home and a Behavioral Health Home, reflecting their commitment to high standards of care and clinical quality. Position Summary As a health system of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) we adhere to the Patient-Centered Health Home (PCHH) mode of care. Our mission statement is to achieve regional health through high-quality comprehensive care. Joining the [Client] team means you must provide high-quality patient care to infants through the geriatric population in our health centers, depending on your specialty. The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner obtains medical histories and performs medical evaluations for our patients, treats medical problems, maintains records, and provides health education. Note: All medical staff will be privileged and credentialed according to the rules and regulations of [Client]. The medical staff of each department or service is responsible for peer review activities to promote continuous improvement of the quality of patient care provided by the medical staff in all departments of [Client]. Required Qualifications Currently licensed to practice medicine in the State of California Nurse Practitioners must have Board Certification, may be SP NP, 103 NP or 104 NP One year of Primary Care experience post graduation. Current Drug Enforcement Administration Registration Current BLS certifications Commitment to a community health philosophy Ability to communicate effectively and work with individuals from a wide variety of ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds and sensitivity to their health problems Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service Basic computer knowledge and experience with electronic medical records Essential Responsibilities Provide and manage direct patient care in the [Client] Health Center(s). Treat a variety of disease processes and injuries; acute and chronic. Competently perform rapid patient assessment, emergency intervention and stabilization. All patients are evaluated and managed in an efficient and timely manner. Adhere to and practice evidence-based medicine. Perform histories and physicals, including psycho-social issues. Order appropriate diagnostic tests and treatments. Analyze patient data and formulate diagnoses. Develop and implement patient treatment plans; evaluate these treatments plans and revise as necessary. Prescribe medications, regulated medical devices and treatment modalities as appropriate to the patient's assessed medical condition. Perform minor procedures, such as cryotherapy, I & D, etc. Will be supervised by a physician pursuant to CA Law, licensure category and client's policies and procedures. Provide education to patients and families regarding preventive health care, disease processes, potential medication side effects, nutrition, etc. Consult and refer patients to other healthcare professionals, facilities as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to patient needs. May inoculate and vaccinate patients to immunize patients from communicable diseases. Report communicable disease to the appropriate local, state, and federal health agencies. Complete patient charting and billing in accordance with client's policies and procedures. Complete EHR and PAQ/inbox items in accordance with client's policies and procedures. Ensure quality metrics are in progress and documented appropriately in EHR in accordance with WSH Quality initiatives. Maintain productivity at appropriate level in accordance with WSH budgetary guidelines. Serve as a member of the organized medical staff, attend medical staff meetings and committee meetings as requested; adhere to the medical staff policies, rules and regulations. Participate in the development and implementation of educational programs for the client's staff and the community. Understand and remain in compliance with the client's policies and procedures for safety, infection prevention and control, hazardous materials, waste, etc. Be available for consultation for Health Center staff. Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Support and maintain a culture of safety, quality and respect for patients, their families, and coworkers Participate in various research studies in area of expertise. Communicate appropriately and clearly with Health Center Manager, Regional Director, Medical Assistants and all members of Care Team. Treat coworkers, patients and their families with respect and dignity. Maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Document in EHR in accordance with current standards and policies. Competently use correct CMA coding for patient evaluations, management, procedures, and diagnosis. Stay current with new developments in medicine through continuing education, conferences, and affiliations with professional societies. Participate in Peer Review process in accordance with WSH Peer Review policy. Deliver excellent customer service and patient care with cultural humility. Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the facility. Participate in the department's performance improvement program. Comply with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times, whether on or off duty. Ensure confidentiality of patients' records following HIPAA guidelines. Attend annual review and performs departmental in-services. Resolve staff concerns at the departmental level, utilizing the grievance process as required. Must wear identification while on duty. Maintain regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Adherence to infection control procedures, including but not limited to standard precautions of temperature monitoring, hand washing, symptom self-monitoring, masking, and social distancing. Assist and support the Center/Department/Program to meet standards of High Reliability. Meet dress code standards; appearance is neat, clean and professional. Benefits Successful candidate will receive regionally competitive salary, above average health benefits at reduced costs, company paid life insurance & long-term disability insurance, additional voluntary retirement plan with company match and no vesting schedule requirement. Dependent on working 30+ hours per week. Paid bereavement and jury duty leave 11 paid holidays per year Paid time off Paid sick leave Flexible Spending Program Company paid malpractice insurance for all providers Professional development hours offered annually Physical Demands and Work Environment The work environment is characteristic of a medical clinic environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel. The employee is also required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must also possess hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The employee may be in contact with individuals and families in crisis who may be ill, using substances and/or not attentive to personal health and safety for themselves or their homes. The employee may experience an number of unpleasant sensory demands associated with the client's use of alcohol and drugs, and the lack of personal care. The employee may also be exposed to bodily fluids (blood, urine) and hazardous chemicals. Client is committed to the principals of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is the intent of client to maintain a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Client is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pure Heart Staffing