What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician's Assistant or Nurse Practitioner position at Southwest Montana Community Health Center?
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- Education: Graduate from an accredited Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
- Certification:Certification as a physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or as a nurse practitioner from The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- License: Possess a valid license in good standing to practice as an APP in the State of Montana
- Experience: Two years prior experience in a primary care or community health center environment is preferred; experience serving vulnerable patient populations across the lifespan is highly preferred,
- The ability to carry out functions of an APP, as described by the MT Department of Occupational Licensing and this document
- The ability to operate a computer system including an Electronic Health Record
- The ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
- Possess and apply the skills necessary to effectively treat patients of all age groups, regardless of special needs of patient
- Perform duties in a manner that is both professional and compassionate
- Apply knowledge in a manner that allows the needs of each patient to be met
- Working within your scope of practice, provide comprehensive primary care services across the life spectrum in a primary medical care ambulatory clinic setting, including pediatrics, laboratory and diagnostic workup, specialty referrals, and urgent/emergent assessments
- Treat all patients with dignity and respect
- Treat all staff with dignity and respect, adhering to our core values
- Follows all SWMTCHC policies and procedures
- Assess patient needs and arrange for specialty referrals, diagnostic and in-patient care and make appropriate referrals for service.
- Provide patients and family members with counseling and education regarding health maintenance, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and need for follow up as appropriate during each patient visit.
- Verify and document that the patient understands diagnosis, treatment and follow up recommendations
- Perform minor outpatient procedures in accordance with SWMTCHC credentialing/privileging policy
- Work interdependently with other health care providers and health care staff in a team environment
- Provide consultation to other clinic providers either in person or by telephone
- Responsible for accurate, timely, and complete documentation in patient records in accordance with SWMTCHC policy
- Provide clinical supervision and appropriate training of ancillary health care staff to assure quality of care for SWMTCHC patients
- APPs are encouraged to participate in teaching medical students and NP/PA students
- Participate in SWMTCHC Quality Improvement activities and any other medical staff committee activities relating to risk management or development of clinical policies and procedures
- Participate in monthly provider meetings and routinely perform peer chart review
- Participate in after-hours telephone call coverage when appropriate
- Maintain credentials essential for practice, to include licensure, board certification and CME
- Attend all required staff meetings, provider meetings, and participate in SWMTCHC committees or task force activities as directed by Medical Director
- Advocate at local and state levels for caring for underserved/uninsured patients.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Competent in dealing with racially, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse populations
- Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases
- Knowledge of health record keeping and charting
- Knowledge of OSHA Blood borne Pathogen Standards and adherence to safety standards
- Proficiency in using a computer and electronic health record
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Ability to educate patients across the lifespan in all aspects of oral hygiene including consequences and treatment options for periodontal disease
Legal Concepts:
- Practices with the scope of licensure, education, training, and personal capabilities
- Maintains confidentiality
- Follows federal, state and local legal regulations
- Maintains HIPAA & OSHA compliance
- Reports any evidence of abuse or neglect to provider or appropriate official
Supervision: This position has no supervisory responsibilities
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
About Southwest Montana Community Health Center:
We are proud to partner with the Butte Job Service to assist job seekers. If you need free assistance preparing a professional resume, or preparing for an interview, please contact the Butte Job Service. They can be reached at 406-494-0300 or at www.montanaworks.gov. Their office is located at 2201 White Blvd., Butte, MT. Southwest Montana Community Health Center is a mission-driven, non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). FQHCs are community-based healthcare providers that receive funding from the Federal government to provide comprehensive primary care services in underserved areas. FQHCs provide care to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay, and offer a sliding fee discount based on income. FQHCs must meet certain requirements to receive funding, such as providing services to medically underserved areas or populations, offering a comprehensive set of primary care services, and having a governing board that includes patients. Southwest Montana Community Health Center is a recognized National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH). PCMH designation is gained by meeting certain standards set by the NCQA. These standards include providing comprehensive, coordinated care, using evidence-based practices, and engaging patients in their care. Community health centers that receive PCMH designation are recognized for providing high-quality, patient-centered care that improves health outcomes and reduces costs. PCMH is our model of primary care that emphasizes care coordination, communication, and patient engagement to improve the quality of care and patient outcomes. The PCMH model encourages providers to work as a team to coordinate and manage care for patients, provide timely access to care, and use evidence-based practices to improve outcomes. The PCMH model also emphasizes the importance of patient engagement, providing patients with the tools and resources they need to take an active role in their own health care. We opened our doors in 1986 under the name Butte-Silver Bow Primary Healthcare Clinic Inc. Our main clinic is in Butte, Montana, and we have locations in Dillon and Anaconda, Montana. We offer medical, dental, behavioral health, care management, pharmacy, and clinical pharmacy services to everyone. We accept most insurances and private-pay clients, as well as uninsured or underinsured clients. Our passion is to ensure that healthcare remains accessible and affordable to everyone. Our clinics care for more than 13,000 patients annually and employs more than 150 people in our various locations.
