What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Black Doctors Consortium?
The Black Doctors Consortium (BDC) is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare, advocacy, and education with empathy and care. Based in North Philadelphia at the Dr. Ala Stanford Center for Health Equity (ASHE) and NorthEast Philadelphia at ASHE Riverview (ASHE - Riverview), BDC offers comprehensive services including pediatric and adult primary care, behavioral health, gynecology, men’s health, and preventative vaccinations. Under visionary leadership, BDC has been recognized as a national model, striving to achieve equity in healthcare through action and continuous improvement.
This is a full-time on-site role for a Nurse Practitioner located in Philadelphia, PA. The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for providing primary and specialty care services, performing physical exams, developing treatment plans, and monitoring patient progress. The role also involves patient education and counseling, coordinating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The focus will be on delivering high-quality care with empathy and attention to diverse patient needs.
- Comprehensive knowledge of primary care, behavioral health, and gynecology
- Skills in performing physical exams, diagnostic tests, and developing treatment plans
- Strong patient education and counseling skills
- Ability to coordinate with healthcare professionals and manage patient care
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience in providing healthcare services in diverse and vulnerable communities
- Master’s degree in Nursing and board certification as a Nurse Practitioner
- Current licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania