Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - MAT Prescriber & Family Practice

Description

Make an impact. Join our growing outpatient clinics, focused on improving the wellbeing of families.

We are seeking a  mission driven and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at our outpatient/ambulatory clinic in Apple Valley.

• Preferably bilingual (English/Spanish)

•      Must be comfortable prescribing and managing patients on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Substance Use Disorders

•      Committed to providing high-quality care to underserved patients in High Desert.

• Interest in and commitment to serving individuals with substance use disorders and their primary care and chronic disease management needs.

• Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, and management of healthcare needs, utilizing standardized and evidenced based processes.

•      Willingness to work as part of a collaborative team that includes, social worker, substance use disorder counselor, and psychiatrist.

• St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers utilizes EPIC for our Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.

• Ambulatory (outpatient) 

• Daytime work schedule - Monday through Friday 8AM - 5PM

Who We Are. We are a collaborative community practice, with locations in Fullerton, Anaheim, Orange, and the High Desert. We believe that everyone should have access to high quality comprehensive medical care, regardless of their ability to pay. Our health centers use a team-based model of care that includes family medicine, obstetrics, women’s health, oral and vision care, preventative and educational health, mental health, patient advocacy, case management, and community health. Most of our patients live below 200% of the Federal Poverty level, and are best served in Spanish. Through our origins with St. Joseph Health, we have provided care to low-income families since the 1980s, maintaining a commitment to serving our most vulnerable neighbors with high-quality, nationally recognized care. Our work is rooted in our values of Justice, Excellence, Dignity, and Compassion.

You'd be a great fit here if the following applies to you:

• You are mission-centered – you are committed to improving the health of underserved individuals and their families

• You are patient-centered – you exhibit warmth, friendliness, calm, and take initiative to solve problems

• You treat others with dignity and respect

• You have a high regard for ethical practices, care, and patience

• You are collaborative, adaptive, and diligent

• You know the balance of being light-hearted, professional, and can prioritize competing tasks

• You can use computers (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and are open to learning what you do not know

• You are reliable

• You strive toward excellence

Essential Job Functions:

Responsible for advanced practice in physical and psychosocial assessment, diagnosis and management of health and illness needs.  Performing in-clinic procedures at our ambulatory-based locations, collaborate with and support other providers and caregivers in the wide network to effectively improve the overall health of our communities. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the continuity of health care and health education regardless of the presence or absence of disease. Utilizes standardized procedures and consults their Supervising Physician, the CMO and/or Medical Services Manager in cases out of their scope of practice or out of program scope. Documents, via EMR, all treatment protocols and interventions utilized in a timely manner. Services are evidenced-based and tailored to patient population needs. All services will be performed confidentially, in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. Will participate in case consultations, and will support overall continuity of care for health center patients, as needed and guided by department and patient needs. Adheres to department and organizational programs. Upholds all HIPAA and other regulatory compliance and safety requirements. Stays current on all credentialing requirements.  

Essential Functions (What You Do)

• Conducts physical assessments, administers or delegates prescribed treatment (including Medication-Assistant Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder), interprets data and dispenses medications.
• Provides surveillance of medical regimens for the patient and modifies within established procedures.
• Counsels, teaches and demonstrates care to and for patients, their family members or others who will give care to the patient.
• Utilizes social worker, nursing staff and other health care team members as appropriate for consultation, referral and follow-up.
• Provides teaching and counseling aimed at prevention of illness, accidents and disease management.
• Furnishes input to the development and implementation of standardized procedures, scope of care, clinical policies and new clinical programs.  
• Actively engages in quality improvement goals and activities resulting in appropriate patient care outcomes.
• Utilizes community resources to optimize patient care and referral.
• Complies with internal (health stream) and external regulatory compliance and third party payor requirements (for example: Child Health Disability Program (CHDP), Medi-Cal/Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP), NCQA, and DHS).
• Responsible for accurate, complete, and timely documentation and coding/charging for all patient care activities.

Healthcare & Childcare Benefits: available first of the month following start date

• Medical (Anthem HMO & PPO)

• Dental (PPO)

• Vision (PPO/VSP)

• FSA - Pre-tax benefit for health care expenses

• FSA Dependent Care - Pre-tax benefit to put toward childcare or other dependent expenses

• Mental Health - Employee Assistance Program & access to meditation resources through Calm

Paid Time Off:

Approximately 25 days off per year, based upon time off accrued and full-time hours

Financial Wellness - Retirement & Investment:

• 401(k) (Vanguard) - eligible first of the month following 30 days, with company match after 1 year of service

• Profit-sharing

Other Benefits:

• Potential option to work remote one-day per week

•       Pet Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Student Loan Forgiveness through National Health Service Corps and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture, and background. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any protected basis.

Salary Range: $135,493.00 to $164,748.00 annually

Requirements

Required Education:

Master’s Degree an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.

License/ Certifications:

Certification from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.

Valid Nurse Practitioner furnishing number issued by the California Board of Registered Nurses and Valid California Registered Nurse/ Nurse Practitioner license; or a Physician Assistant License issued by the California Physician Assistant Board.

Provider level basic life support (BLS) from AHA approved program.

DEA Certification with ability to prescribe MAT.

Experience:

Minimum of 6 months in an ambulatory or community setting.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Proficiency in EMR Systems

Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently

Ability to utilize intermediate/medical Spanish

Proficient in computer programs and systems, including email, internet, and Microsoft Office suite

Knowledgeable in applying evidenced-based medicine to treat and diagnosis. Demonstrated ability in applying methods of scientific inquiry and exercising of clinical judgment in challenging situations. 

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, remaining current on medical practices and professional credentialing and licensure necessary for continuous employment with St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers.

You must also possess a passion for working at an organization fully committed to serving our most vulnerable neighbors.

Demonstrated commitment to interpersonal and cultural sensitivity, valuing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, promoting high quality care to diverse populations.

Salary : $135,493 - $164,748