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Advanced Practice Provider – IHC Mobile Unit

Advanced Practice Provider – IHC Mobile Unit

CompanyIndiana Health Centers
LocationIndianapolis, IN, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesMaster’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • FNP/Family Nurse Practitioner, APRN, Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant/PA
  • Hold a valid license in the State of Indiana
  • Current DEA licensure / Prescriptive Authority post-hire
  • Nurse Practitioner certification from either the ANCC / AANP or Physician Assistant certification from NCCPA
  • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • 3+ years of clinical experience as an NP/PA in the primary care setting

Responsibilities

  • Provide medical treatment and primary care to patients in collaboration with and under the supervision of IHC Deputy CMO and/or CMO.
  • Ensure continuity of care including evaluation, early detection, ongoing management and treatment referral.
  • Obtain patient history to assess status.
  • Perform physical examination, routine pap and pelvic exams, breast exam.
  • Order and review test results.
  • Make judgment regarding health status and treatment needs.
  • Develop care/treatment plan with patient and family.
  • Provide health education and counseling concerning preventive health care, diet, medication, therapeutic treatments, chronic disease, etc.
  • Participates in staff training as required by IHC.
  • Will report direct patient care issues to the Deputy CMO/CMO and any other issue(s) (i.e., administrative) to IHC Practice Manager.
  • Responsible for participating in quality improvement projects/activities and accountable for quality and PCMH.
  • Perform all other duties as directed either formally or informally, verbally or in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Spanish speaking skills are preferred but not required
  • Previous experience working in a Community Health Center is preferred but not required