Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care - Upper Perkiomen - Part

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset. They are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization and to an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve. The Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is responsible for providing healthcare services to patients under the supervision of, and/or in collaboration with, the attending physician. These services include, but are not limited to, medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, and referrals. This role includes diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription. It is a patient advocate role, participates in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Competent in the assessment, treatment, counseling, and education of the patient and their families receiving medical services. Competency in evaluating patients and performing physical examinations including obtaining, studying, and updating medical histories. Demonstrates ability to determine abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, such as radiologic and laboratory studies, and then accurately interpreting test results. Evaluates, develops, and implements appropriate patient management and treatment plans based on assessment of needs. Coordinates and communicates patient care effectively with other healthcare professionals and institutions to meet the patient\'s healthcare needs. Provides high quality health care based on best practice and/or evidenced-based medicine. Performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, as appropriate, and aligned with granted clinical privileges. As requested, conducts virtual care services (live and interactive clinical assessments, diagnosis, and treatment of patients via St. Luke’s virtual care platform), assisting in care coordination and/or escalation of care as appropriate. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. Maintains required continuing medical education. Participates in the research, development, implementation, and tracking of clinical management guidelines. Participates in the teaching of multidisciplinary students (nursing, nurse practitioner, pharmacy, physician assistant, medical, etc.) and physician residents & fellows, ensuring a positive educational environment. Participates in AP student clinical rotation preceptorship when assigned. Demonstrates performance improvement in clinical care/outcomes, customer/service improvement, operational system/process, and safety as appropriate. Completes electronic medical record documentation and maintains documentation that is optimal for billing provided professional services. Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices. Performs routine health maintenance activities for new and established patients. Coordinates patient care and family counseling with public and mental health agencies, as appropriate. Teaches wellness habits and educates patients on prevention of potential health problems or methods of dealing with present problems; provides information and materials relating to patient health care needs. Provides occupational health services in the urgent care setting, including but not limited to pre-employment physicals, injury care and workers' compensation cases/follow ups. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sit up to 8 hours per day; 3 hours at a time. Stand up to 8 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walk up to 6 hours per day. Frequently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 pounds. Rarely lift, carry and push objects up to 75 pounds. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Frequently handle, grasp firmly, and twist/turn as it relates to performing procedures. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear for normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be able to see for general, near, far, color and peripheral vision. Must be able to speak for normal conversation and projection as it relates to lectures and presentations. EDUCATION:

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner or Medical Physician Assistant with current license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as determined by the job location. Physician Assistants must also have a current certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. It is highly recommended that you upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. Create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke\'s! St. Luke\'s University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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