This job description defines the responsibilities of the Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner but, it should be understood that it is not all inclusive and is subject to change.
The Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitoner provides clinical services within the scope of practice of a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner, adheres to all evaluation, treatment, procedure, and medication guidelines as directed by clinic policies and state or federal law; conducts self in a profession manner, strictly following confidentiality policies and working cooperatively and supportively with other staff; follows all clinic policies including but not limited to those in the personnel manual and clinic policies and procedures manual and person contract.
Provides clinical health care services as per scope of practice.
Collaborates with physician on patient care per clinic mid-level oversight and chart review policies.
Arranges and coordinates referrals and consultations for patients.
Prescribes and dispenses required medication in appropriate fashion.
Explains the nature of the diagnosis, the consequences if not treated, and the side effects of any prescribed or recommended treatment.
Coordinates appropriate patient education.
Promotes wellness and prevention of illness from a family-centered perspective.
Shares in the duties of the walk-in clinic as per clinic policy.
Directs appropriate staff to schedule patients, lunch breaks and time off in a manner consistent with clinic policies and personal contract.
Participates in quality control protocols and chart reviews.
Learns and utilizes clinic billing process appropriately and participates in needed Medicare compliance reviews.
Documents patient encounters in writing or dictation in a timely fashion, usually within 24 hours.
Cooperates with clinic insurance carriers as requested in matters related to risk management and malpractice risk reduction.
Participates in the continuing education programs to maintain legally required contact hours for PA license.
Keeps clear documentation of continuing education hours.
Participates in the establishment, evaluation and revision of clinic and practice policies.
Works toward established objectives of the organization.
Assumes administrative duties as delegated.
Attends all appropriate meetings including but not limited to: Quality Improvement, Walk-In Clinic, physicians/mid-level educational meetings, designated mid-level provider meetings, All staff meetings and others as requested by the clinic management.
All other duties as assigned by Nursing Supervisor or Clinic Manager.
1.Greets all patients, visitors, physicians, and other staff members in a courteous, respectful and professional manner at all time. Responds to all patients with empathy and positive interpersonal skills at all times.
2.Reports for scheduled shift on time and prepared to assume responsibilities.
3.Attends and participates in meetings and is responsible for information communicated at meetings and in email.
4.Identifies own educational needs and maintains appropriate skill level through educational opportunities.
5.Exercise a commitment to practicing behaviors that are in agreement with the spirit of cooperation and reflect the values described in the Code of Mutual Respect and Professionalism.
6.Assists all patients, family members, physicians, visitors, and employees in a professional and courteous manner.
7.Follows Infection Control procedures at all times.
8.Adheres to the following environmental care standards.
9.Be familiar with and comply with the Mid-Valley Hospital & Clinic Personnel Handbook and Policies.
10.Demonstrates the ability to adapt to varied age-specific patient populations.
Prefer one year experience in direct patient care.
Current Washington State PA license or Nurse Practitioner license
Current DEA license
Current CPR certification
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to work with minimal supervision and demonstrates good clinical judgment.
Ability to be a team player and willingness to comply with all clinic policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; delegate and coordinate through leadership skills.
Ability to communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and educational levels; i.e. patients, families, employees, physicians, etc.
Ability to use electronic medical records system, (Cerner) efficiently and accurately.
Mid Valley Hospital is a team of dedicated, caring professionals committed to providing optimal quality health care services while continually striving to meet the needs of our community through the sensitive and efficient utilization of resources and continuous quality improvement.
