Association of Clinicians for the Underserved
Advanced Practice Provider
Association of Clinicians for the Underserved, Randolph, Massachusetts, us, 02368
Job Details
Job Location : Randolph SBHC – Randolph, MA
Position Type : Full Time
Salary Range : Undisclosed
Job Category : Health Care
Position Summary The Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) functions under the clinical direction of the Medical Director of School Based Practice and works in partnership with a diverse interdisciplinary care team in a school-based health center setting that is open to both students and the community.
The Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) provides comprehensive family focus care, including integrated primary medical, preventive, immunizations, physical examinations, reproductive health, chronic care management and a diverse array of health education and health promotion services.
This is an unprecedented opportunity to be a part of our new practice located within the Town of Randolph, Massachusetts.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skill necessary to independently provide care to clients within specialty area and across the health care continuum.
Complete detailed medical history, record current illness or injury, conduct a physical examination, order, and perform appropriate laboratory and other diagnostic tests.
Make appropriate internal/external referrals, and effectively utilize available community resources.
Assist patients and their families.
Assess results of tests and make appropriate clinical judgments.
Assess physical and psychosocial health and illness status of patient.
Serve as a clinical resource to staff across the health care continuum for a given specialty area.
Deliver care in a manner that preserves and protects students and patients autonomy, dignity, confidentiality, and rights.
Apply standards including but not limited to accommodating scheduled and walk-in students and patients, arriving on time, remaining throughout each session, engaging in teamwork with support staff, following procedures and practice guidelines, appropriate clinical charting with complete notes and up-to-date problem and medication lists, timely completion of billing encounter forms, referrals, patient forms, etc.
Support and meet site specifics defined productivity expectations.
Communicate and collaborate effectively within and across disciplines.
Function as a preceptor for interns, NP, or PA residents.
Develop and implement systems that support the efficient delivery of Medical Services, including developing policies and procedures, establishing partnerships with school administration and community partners, advocating and participating in meetings with other agencies, collaborating on coordinated services, leading quality control and patient safety, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Provide leadership by supporting budget planning and reporting, determining capital, supply, equipment, and operating needs, participating in meetings and committees, communicating with staff, collaborating with stakeholders, overseeing infection control, participating in audits, developing program funding, and resolving complaints.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information and related documentation.
Qualifications Minimum qualifications
NP applicants must possess an Advanced Practice Nursing Degree from an accredited College or University.
PA Applicants must be a graduate of a PA Program accredited by the ARC-PA or its predecessor and must be certified or be eligible for certification by the NCCPA.
Applicants must have or be eligible to obtain a Massachusetts Medical License.
Strong computer skills; fluency with EHR and tele-health (EPIC preferred).
Effective communication skills.
Ability to supervise staff and support staff working at the top of their certification/license.
Ability to work independently and within a care team.
Ability to problem solve, lead others, and share innovative ideas.
Ability to engage with varied school officials and other community-based providers.
Preferred
Minimum of two years Family Medicine experience.
Bilingual or Trilingual (English/Haitian Creole/Vietnamese/Spanish, preferred).
Required
Masters degree in Advanced Practice (PNP or FNP).
Current MA RN and NP licensure; Board Certification (PNP or FNP).
BCLS Certification.
Minimum of two years NP experience.
Effective communication, interpersonal, and triage skills.
Work Schedule Demands The work schedule is 40 hours per week.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical demands requiring lifting of small pieces of equipment and/or boxes not to exceed 20 pounds. Mostly sedentary, with interoffice walking required. Visual acuity sufficient for frequent reading. Hearing acuity sufficient for holding conversations with or without audio devices.
CODMAN SQUARE HEALTH CENTER MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES Mission:
To serve as a resource for improving the physical, mental, and social well-being of the community.
Vision:
Codman Square Health Center is our community’s first choice for comprehensive, holistic, and integrated services, and empowers individuals to lead healthy lives and build thriving communities.
Values:
Patients:
Our patients are the center of our care team.
Community:
The well-being of the individuals is deeply connected to the health of our community.
Advocacy:
We advocate for responsive policies and resources to address health disparities and promote healthy equity.
Staff:
We are a diverse, empowered, compassionate and prepared workforce.
Innovation:
We promote a culture of innovation that has measurable and sustainable impact.
Partnership:
We build and sustain diverse partnerships.
Codman Square Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
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Position Summary The Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) functions under the clinical direction of the Medical Director of School Based Practice and works in partnership with a diverse interdisciplinary care team in a school-based health center setting that is open to both students and the community.
The Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) provides comprehensive family focus care, including integrated primary medical, preventive, immunizations, physical examinations, reproductive health, chronic care management and a diverse array of health education and health promotion services.
This is an unprecedented opportunity to be a part of our new practice located within the Town of Randolph, Massachusetts.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skill necessary to independently provide care to clients within specialty area and across the health care continuum.
Complete detailed medical history, record current illness or injury, conduct a physical examination, order, and perform appropriate laboratory and other diagnostic tests.
Make appropriate internal/external referrals, and effectively utilize available community resources.
Assist patients and their families.
Assess results of tests and make appropriate clinical judgments.
Assess physical and psychosocial health and illness status of patient.
Serve as a clinical resource to staff across the health care continuum for a given specialty area.
Deliver care in a manner that preserves and protects students and patients autonomy, dignity, confidentiality, and rights.
Apply standards including but not limited to accommodating scheduled and walk-in students and patients, arriving on time, remaining throughout each session, engaging in teamwork with support staff, following procedures and practice guidelines, appropriate clinical charting with complete notes and up-to-date problem and medication lists, timely completion of billing encounter forms, referrals, patient forms, etc.
Support and meet site specifics defined productivity expectations.
Communicate and collaborate effectively within and across disciplines.
Function as a preceptor for interns, NP, or PA residents.
Develop and implement systems that support the efficient delivery of Medical Services, including developing policies and procedures, establishing partnerships with school administration and community partners, advocating and participating in meetings with other agencies, collaborating on coordinated services, leading quality control and patient safety, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Provide leadership by supporting budget planning and reporting, determining capital, supply, equipment, and operating needs, participating in meetings and committees, communicating with staff, collaborating with stakeholders, overseeing infection control, participating in audits, developing program funding, and resolving complaints.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information and related documentation.
Qualifications Minimum qualifications
NP applicants must possess an Advanced Practice Nursing Degree from an accredited College or University.
PA Applicants must be a graduate of a PA Program accredited by the ARC-PA or its predecessor and must be certified or be eligible for certification by the NCCPA.
Applicants must have or be eligible to obtain a Massachusetts Medical License.
Strong computer skills; fluency with EHR and tele-health (EPIC preferred).
Effective communication skills.
Ability to supervise staff and support staff working at the top of their certification/license.
Ability to work independently and within a care team.
Ability to problem solve, lead others, and share innovative ideas.
Ability to engage with varied school officials and other community-based providers.
Preferred
Minimum of two years Family Medicine experience.
Bilingual or Trilingual (English/Haitian Creole/Vietnamese/Spanish, preferred).
Required
Masters degree in Advanced Practice (PNP or FNP).
Current MA RN and NP licensure; Board Certification (PNP or FNP).
BCLS Certification.
Minimum of two years NP experience.
Effective communication, interpersonal, and triage skills.
Work Schedule Demands The work schedule is 40 hours per week.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical demands requiring lifting of small pieces of equipment and/or boxes not to exceed 20 pounds. Mostly sedentary, with interoffice walking required. Visual acuity sufficient for frequent reading. Hearing acuity sufficient for holding conversations with or without audio devices.
CODMAN SQUARE HEALTH CENTER MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES Mission:
To serve as a resource for improving the physical, mental, and social well-being of the community.
Vision:
Codman Square Health Center is our community’s first choice for comprehensive, holistic, and integrated services, and empowers individuals to lead healthy lives and build thriving communities.
Values:
Patients:
Our patients are the center of our care team.
Community:
The well-being of the individuals is deeply connected to the health of our community.
Advocacy:
We advocate for responsive policies and resources to address health disparities and promote healthy equity.
Staff:
We are a diverse, empowered, compassionate and prepared workforce.
Innovation:
We promote a culture of innovation that has measurable and sustainable impact.
Partnership:
We build and sustain diverse partnerships.
Codman Square Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
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