Agency Mission:
Faith Family Medical Center is a 501c (3) non-profit organization whose mission is to
provide hope and healing to our hardworking neighbors in need. Driven by faith, Faith
Family Medical Center’s vision is that all Middle Tennesseans have the healthcare
home that they need to live fulfilling lives.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the Associate Provider (Nurse Practitioner
or Physician Assistant) provides primary care services, including assessing,
diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with
physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family
interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and
family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing
appropriate physical examination.
- Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening
tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with
physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to
determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any
health risks.
- Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing
medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice
guidelines and state laws. Handles minor lacerations. Instructs
patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients
regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate
community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates
appropriate case management information to other professionals and
community agencies. Prepares documentation for medical records
including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test
results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized
manner.
- Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical
guideline development, and other continuing education and quality
assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations,
policies, and procedures. Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team
on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements.
Promotes patient advocacy.
- Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical
needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits
according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s required, MSN or MSM preferred.
- Successful completion of advanced practitioner training and certification as
a practitioner (general or specialized) from an approved nurse
practitioner/physician assistant program.
- Other Requirements: Current state licensure. Current state license as an
advanced registered nurse practitioner/physician assistant with
prescriptive authority.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work
being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so
classified.
Job Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the
knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Frequent standing, typing, telephone use, bending, and occasional lifting more
than 25lbs.
Environmental Demands:
Long, narrow hallways, multiple sets of stairs, medium to noisy conditions.
Work Environment:
Monday- Friday work week, no travel necessary.
To Apply:
Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume in one PDF attachment
to [email protected]. No phone calls please.
Source: Indeed.com
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