Job Summary: The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner position at the Gloria Nelson Center (“GNC Family Clinic”) entails evaluating patient conditions and delivering care in adherence to California Medical Board regulations. As a key member of our healthcare team, the role involves providing patient care following protocols under the guidance of attending physicians, participating in patient management, case conferences, in-service training, and sharing an "on-call" schedule with other providers as necessary.
Job Duties:
· Evaluate and treat family medicine patients proficiently, including pediatric patients.
· Conduct complete histories and relevant physical examinations, assessing normal and abnormal findings in new and returning patients.
· Perform or request and review diagnostic studies as necessary based on patient evaluations.
· Administer, prescribe, and manage medications as appropriate.
· Order and collect specimens for routine laboratory tests, screenings, and therapeutic procedures like blood work.
· Prescribe physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, radiology exams, and nursing services.
· Execute designated procedures upon demonstrated competency, following standardized procedures where applicable.
· Obtain informed consent when required.
· Address the age-specific needs of patients.
· Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff, and diverse community members.
· Identify situations needing immediate physician attention and execute life-saving measures as needed.
· Foster collaboration among providers and coordinate community resources.
· Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and clinical policies and procedures.
· Participate in quality improvement projects.
· Provide and organize patient education and counseling.
· Participate in an on-call rotation, including weekend clinic coverage as per provider availability.
· Fulfill other assigned duties.
Job Requirements:
· Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
· Strong leadership abilities for effective team integration.
· Proficiency in navigating complex care systems.
· Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
· Demonstrated capability to multitask and work independently.
· Friendly demeanor with a commitment to patient care.
· Willingness to collaborate and work harmoniously with colleagues.
· Understanding of community-based organizations.
· Adherence to HIPAA regulations and compliance standards.
· Active Basic Life Support Certification.
· Commitment to preventive healthcare and a team-based approach.
Additional Duties:
· Ensure HIPAA compliance and treat member information confidentially.
· Adhere to local, state, and federal regulations.
· Contribute to quality assurance/improvement activities.
· Utilize Electronic Health Record systems efficiently.
Qualifications, Education, and Experience:
· Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program or Nurse Practitioner program; licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the State of California; certification as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner is mandatory.
· Experience in a multi-disciplinary approach is preferred.
· Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred but not mandatory.
· Essential knowledge of preventive care and health maintenance is required.
· Possession of a current CPR certification is a must.
· Ability to effectively engage with the public across diverse ethnic, religious, and economic backgrounds.
Responsible To: Medical Director or Clinic Director
Classification: Full or Part-Time Position, Non-exempt.
Salary Range: $115,000.00 – $190,000.00
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $115,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)
- PA-C (Preferred)
- Physician Assistant License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Delano, CA 93215 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Delano, CA 93215: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person