Endocrinology NP/PA in Flatbush/Bedford NY

AdvantageCare Physicians seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner with Endocrinology expertise to join our multispecialty group in pursuit of high-quality patient care to provide full scope Endocrinology services.

The Ideal Candidate:

• One to three years of endocrinology clinical experience in an outpatient setting.
• Ability to diagnose and treat a wide variety of endocrinology conditions with a focus on improving patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate competency in diagnosis and treatment to assure high standards of patient care and safety are maintained.
• Patient-centered approach toward a positive patient experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interest in Population Health Management.

Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and treat patients with a variety of hormonal diseases and conditions related to the endocrine systems.
• Provide comprehensive cost-effective diabetes care with available support of CDE/RD services.
• Conducts physical evaluation and diagnostic tests to determine diagnosis and design individualized treatment plans.
• Review patients history and perform physical examinations.  Evaluate, diagnose and provide appropriate treatment and patient care.
• Recommend suitable management for the patient, including but not limited to, preventive health recommendations and habits.
• Prescribe medications and formulate ongoing treatment and disease management plans.
• Provide relationship-centered care, taking into account the patients psychosocial and physical needs.
• Collect and record patient information, such as medical histories, reports and examination results.  Maintain complete and accurate medical records.
• Communicate effectively with the clinical team to ensure total delivery of quality care.
• Participate in medical staff educational programs and meetings.

Qualifications:

• Nurse Practitioner:  Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN)
• Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner education program registered by the New York State Education Department.
• Seeking experienced clinicians with Endocrinology or Diabetes treatment outpatient experience. Two-three years strongly preferred.
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner from a New York State approved accrediting body - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), or be eligible for board certification.
• Must possess current, unrestricted New York State license or be eligible for licensure
• Must possess active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration or be eligible for registration
• Must possess active Medicare/Medicaid Enrollment or be eligible to enroll
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Must possess strong communication skills both oral and written
• Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office