Advanced Practice Provider , Full Time

Advanced Practice Providers
Southwest Kidney Institute (SKI) is seeking Advanced Practice Providers — Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants — to join our team in Mesa. This role offers the opportunity to work in both our clinic and dialysis center settings as part of a collaborative, patient-focused practice.
SKI Mesa Clinic: Mesa: 301 S Power Rd, Suite 103, Mesa, AZ 85206
Unparalleled in its approach, the Panoramic Health network places providers at the center of care, ensuring patients receive the highest quality treatment and support. You can become part of this nationwide network through Southwest Kidney Institute, which is seeking passionate and dedicated Advanced Practice Providers to join its growing team. This opportunity is open to candidates at all experience levels, though those with dialysis or nephrology backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Comprehensive training will be provided to support a smooth transition into nephrology for candidates new to the specialty.
Competitive salary, plus potential for productivity bonuses

• Full Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, + more)
• Responsible for capturing dialysis unit patients (billed under the physician)

May have own panel of clinic patients, but the majority will be collaborating with physicians to alternate care
Rounding at the dialysis centers and hospitals (around Mesa)
Master's degree program in nursing or physician assistant studies with nationally recognized course content, formal clinical preparation with minimum hour standards per program requirements.
Competencies in advanced health assessment, physical examination, diagnosis, planning, and managing care including pharmacotherapeutics.
Provide nursing expertise in diagnosis and treatment to prevent, remediate, or alleviate illness and promote health, thus, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.
Knowledge of diagnosing and treating medical problems and developing care plans.
Knowledge of medical records documentation in a confidential manner.
Authorized to prescribe and dispense medication when granted authority in accordance with State licensure.
Order therapies such as occupational, speech, and physical therapy, and psychological counseling.
May obtain comprehensive health histories and perform complete physical examinations, develop differential diagnoses, develop, and implement plans of care, evaluate and document client's response to plan of care.
Will promote cost effective delivery of care.
Oversight, management, and supervision of clinical and office functions involving patient care, office operations, facilities, and other assigned areas.
Outpatient Dialysis Units:

Manage the hemodialysis and/or peritoneal dialysis patient per Kidney Dialysis Outcome Quality Indicators (KDOQI) guidelines.
Assess, diagnose, and manage systems-related complications of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) therapy including anemia, hypertension, bone disease, fluid and electrolyte imbalances, and vascular access.
Diagnose and manage episodic health problems of clients with ESRD.
Evaluate the client's progress and appropriateness of the plan of care.
Encourage each client's maximal rehabilitation through education and counseling.
Use an interdisciplinary team approach to plan comprehensive health care for the client.
Perform annual physicals including health maintenance and preventative health counseling.
Provide leadership to the clinical staff through education and consultation by serving as a role model and expert clinical resource in the nursing care of clients with ESRD.
Assist the staff in preventing and treating complications of dialytic therapies.
Coordinate continuity of care between the outpatient dialysis unit and other healthcare settings.
Clinic Responsibilities:

Manage patients with chronic kidney disease, focusing on care that promotes health and prevents further decline in renal function.
Follow established guidelines for Nurse Practitioner/Physician clinic model.
Develop or evaluate educational materials that will allow the patient to become an active participant in his/her care and foster decision-making abilities regarding treatments.
At Southwest Kidney Institute, we value collaboration, professional growth, and a deeply patient centered approach to care. By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills, contribute to innovative kidney care initiatives, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.
Apply today and take the next step in advancing your career while helping to shape the future of kidney care. 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 our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The company 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