Nurse Practitioner/Physician's Assistant (Mid-Level Provider)

*Primary Purpose:*

The Mid-Level Provider (NP/PA) is responsible for independently providing holistic, evidenced-based care inclusive of accurate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management of health problems, health counseling, and disposition planning for the patient population of Cadena Family Practice. Encounters are documented utilizing an electronic health record (EHR) called Athenahealth..

*Education/Certification:*

* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in area of expertise (ex: MSN, BSN, or Physician Assistant studies)
* Active, current, and unrestricted practitioner license in the state of Texas.
* Graduation from an accredited program in area of expertise
* Passage of any certification exams, such as ANCC or PANCE

*Required Qualifications:*

* Minimum of one year of medically-relevant experience or equivalent
* Effective verbal, written, and electronic communication skills
* Outstanding organizational skills and ability to multi-task
* Initiative, problem solving ability, adaptability and flexibility
* Ability to work without direct supervision and practice autonomously
* Proficiency with information management and technology
* Capacity to collaborate with professional colleagues as necessary to provide quality care
* Ability to be proficient in both speaking and writing in English and Spanish
* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

*Primary Duties And Responsibilities*

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

_1. Patient-Center Quality and Safety_

· Assess patient health by interviewing patients; performing physical examinations; obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories

· Determine abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, Holter monitors, pulmonary function tests, sleep studies, and laboratory studies; interpreting aforementioned test results

· Document patient care services by charting in patient records in Athenahealth

· Perform therapeutic procedures by administering injections and immunizations; suturing; managing wounds and infections, minor in-office procedures, such as incision and drainage of abscess and ingrown toenail wedge excision, as indicated

· Instruct and counsel patients by describing therapeutic regimens for chronic and/or acute illnesses

· Provide continuity of care by developing and implementing patient management plans

· Evaluate primary care, acute, chronically ill, and transitional care patients, in addition to providing healthcare education and counseling, and disposition planning for patients of Cadena Family Practice

* Document all patient care within Athenahealth according to Cadena Family Practice policies and procedures
* Provide care and coordination of patients with internal and external colleagues, including the broader patient-centered medical home, ensuring the highest standard of care is provided for all patients and at all times
* Effectively work within a patient care team, including fellow providers, collaborative physicians, and other members of the health care team

_2. Customer Service Excellence_

* Deliver excellent customer service
* Seek to increase patient engagement and satisfaction through integration of feedback from patients, management, and professional colleagues
* Focuses consistently on the patient to create a warm and welcoming environment
* Tailor communication style to effectively influence quality outcomes and patient needs
* Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with PHI and HIPAA standards

_3. Healthcare Environment Management_

* Resolve conflict using appropriate management techniques
* Cultivate and maintain positive relationships among practice employees and external partners
* Reprioritize continually throughout the day to fulfill patient and business needs
* Support the overall patient experience, by effectively managing clinical and non-clinical duties as well as patient expectations
* Quickly adopt new service offerings and patient care models
* Adhere to the core values of Cadena Family Practice in all communications and interactions
* Complete necessary tasks for clinic operations, including but not limited to, taking inventory, following up on lab results, receiving incoming phone calls, ordering supplies, and maintaining clinic cleanliness

_4. Business Acumen_

* Remain accountable to managing business needs including, but not limited to, budget, payroll, inventory, billing insurance, and payment collection
* Own the success of your practice through implementation of the clinic level business plan designed to meet identified business goals
* Assure complete an accurate payment for services through comprehensive documentation in the patient chart

_5. Autonomy_

* Work independently, prioritize and solve problems, take initiative, and advocate for all patients and the Cadena Family Practice
* Maintain self-awareness and professionalism of individual actions and how they impact the clinic, practice, and healthcare industry
* Continuing education, including what is required to maintain employment at Cadena Family Practice, is the sole responsibility of the provider, as commensurate with state licensure requirements

*Physical Requirements:*

* Ability to perform overhead reach, bending / squatting to access supplies, balance and safely use a step stool, lift at least 20 lbs., and move about the surrounding location
* Specific vision abilities include the ability to view and read a computer screen and other electronic devices

If you are an experienced Mid-Level Provider looking for an opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives, we invite you to apply. We offer competitive compensation packages and opportunities for professional growth within our organization.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $64.00 - $68.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Health insurance
* Paid time off

Work Location: In person