What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric / Family Nurse Practitioner position at Tyler Family Circle of?
Job Description
Job Description
Join Our Team as an OBGYN Physician at Family Circle of Care in Tyler, TX!
Provides advanced nursing care and physician support to infants, children, adolescents, and adults in a clinic setting. Works within established protocols and multidisciplinary plans of care, and clinical specific standards under the direction of a Pediatric physician. In addition, the practitioner is part of a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) team and is expected to be familiar with the philosophy, goals and objectives of PCMH.
Why Family Circle of Care :
Family Circle of Care is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving East Texas. We are a Title X facility, providing accessible, affordable, and comprehensive healthcare services to all, with a special focus on serving the uninsured and underinsured.
Tyler, Tx is located just 90 miles east of Dallas, and is recognized as among the most desirable places to work. Work alongside top professionals in a growing healthcare community. Tyler also provides excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and plenty of family activities.
In 2022 and 2023, FCC was recognized by HRSA as a Health Center Quality Leader, receiving the Gold Award in recognition of ranking in the top 10% of all health centers nationwide!
We also received HRSA's Healthcare Disparities Reducer Award for exemplary outcomes in quality measures with disparate impact on racial and ethnic minority groups.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Provides safe, effective, and comprehensive primary health and well-child care in a pediatric setting within established guidelines of care, under the direction of the physician.
- Works under the direction of the Pediatric Lead Physician and consults physician for collaborative management of more serious findings in infant, children, or adolescent patients.
- Responsible for patient triage and communicating assessment with parent or guardian when applicable.
- Performs comprehensive initial and ongoing assessment upon each patient encounter, providing safe, effective and comprehensive health care.
- Must meet productivity standards for seeing adequate number of patients.
- Must code visits correctly for payment to clinic.
- Assists in the development of policy as relates to the care of the client in the clinic setting.
- Ability to communicate and interpret age specific responses and treatments.
- Participates in CPI program. Maintains compliance, is knowledgeable, and utilizes the guidelines of all state and federal laws and regulations as they pertain to the position including, but not limited to; Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA), Scope of Practice, Accreditation Standards, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Bureau of Primary Health Care / Health Resources and Services Administration (BPHC / HRSA), National Committee for Quality Assurance / Patient Centered Medical Home (NCQA-PCMH), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA), Joint Commission on Accreditation of healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), and other HRSA related regulatory functions and / or agencies that Family Circle of Care participates in.
- Performs duties as required or assigned for specific operational purposes for which they are qualified to perform.
Patient Centered Responsibilities
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no administrative or operational supervisory responsibilities. Will aid in direction of clinical support staff when needed as directed or delegated by Lead Physician or Site Manager.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.
Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.
Attendance / Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and / or Experience
prefer at least one year experience as an RN in Acute or Ambulatory Health Care Setting.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Equipment
Working knowledge of clinical equipment i.e. scales, thermometers, dynamap, nebulizers, glucose meters, pressure monitors, basic bedside ultrasound imaging and any other point of care testing equipment.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet software; Microsoft Word Processing software; Internet Explorer Internet software and Electronic Medical Record experience. EPIC experience preferred.
Benefits :
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.
10% Incentive Plan
Legal Protection Unique to Covered Entities
Why Tyler, Tx?
Tyler, TX offers a vibrant community with a welcoming atmosphere and affordable living, making it an ideal place to call home. Known as the "Rose Capital of America," Tyler boasts natural beauty, including parks, gardens, and lakes, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The city is a regional healthcare hub with excellent educational opportunities, including top-rated schools and a new medical school. With a thriving economy, cultural attractions, and a family-friendly environment, Tyler provides a balanced lifestyle with the conveniences of a nearby major city, Dallas, just a short drive away.
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