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Planned Parenthood Los Angeles

Float Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Long Beach, CA (South LA Regio

Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, Lawndale, California, United States, 90261


Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is seeking highly skilled full-time

Well-Being Center Mid-Level Clinician

to provide quality patient care at the Well Being Centers including examinations, diagnosis, treatment, education, counseling and serve as a medical resource for other licensed and non-licensed staff in accordance with agency protocols. This position will also be responsible for providing reproductive health services based on their skill level in their region when the Well Being Centers are closed.Over one hundred years ago, Planned Parenthood was founded on the idea that everyone should have the information and care they need to live strong, healthy lives and fulfill their dreams. Founded 57+ years ago, Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is one of the largest providers of reproductive health care services in Los Angeles County. The Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA) team works together to provide high-quality, affordable reproductive health care to women, men, and young people across Los Angeles County. At PPLA, you will discover a culture of like-minded individuals who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission.Our Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications:

Current CA Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Certified Nurse Midwife license requiredCurrent furnishing license required (for NP)Current BLS & ACLS certification required from American Heart AssociationMaster’s/Graduate degree requiredAvailability to work flexible hours including weekends (home location coverage, 2 Saturdays per month)Ability to meet Los Angeles County background check requirements via Live Scan fingerprint clearanceMust supply documentation of completed negative TB screen within 60 days prior to startWomen’s healthcare specialty preferredClinical experience in acute care environment (ER, ICU, Med Surg) and/or several years experience in OR/Surgical environment preferredAbility and willingness to travel within Los Angeles County.Reliable means of transportation for onsite and off-site work; If using a personal vehicle to drive for work purposes, a valid CA driver license and current auto insurance in compliance with the minimum requirements of CA vehicle code are required.About the position:

Abortion patients are cared for at each of our health centers, and in part through the administrative, support, and other non-clinical services provided at all PPLA locations, and by all PPLA employees. Supporting these critical services is an essential job duty, and a fundamental responsibility of all employees and contractors.Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic studies as indicated and permitted by affiliate medical protocolsRecognize and treat minor deviations from the normal, using prescribed protocols and consulting with the Physician as neededAbility to interpret colposcopy results to patientsAct as a medical resource and provide oversight of non-licensed staffLabel, dispense and prescribe all FDA approved birth control methods including ECPInsertion/removal of IUC and implantsPerform examination and assessment of post abortion clients including pelvic exams and labs when neededMaintain PPLA standards of productivityProvide medication abortion services and perform ultrasound to determine dating of pregnancy according to guidelines.Perform venipuncture, injections, and IV insertionsProficient in Microscopy and interpretation of resultsComplete and maintain Rh, Beta, and MAB follow-up logsPerform Quality Management audits if requestedAdhere to Quality Management policies and proceduresAdhere to Safety/Risk Management policies and proceduresThe following are responsibilities of Planned Parenthood clinicians as outlined in the medical standards and guidelines:

Secure a complete health history, including gynecologic, contraceptive, medical, surgical, sexual, family health, and psychosocial; perform a general screening physical examination; obtain and/or interpret appropriate diagnostic procedures and laboratory testsProvide family planning, nutrition, sexual counseling, and principles of health promotion and maintenance to women and menProvide appropriate management for women and men in need of reproductive related services, including fertility control, infertility, and sexually transmitted diseasesServes as a resource for medical and surgical abortion servicesConducts pre-abortion assessment and post-abortion follow-up examination with recognition of normal and abnormal findings and refers or collaborates with physician as appropriatePerform colposcopy services after completion of additional training if neededRecognizes ethical, legal, and professional issues inherent in providing care to women/men throughout the life cyclePerform Quality Management audits if requestedNotify the Quality Manager, Supervisor, and/or Center Manager if deficiencies are foundAdhere to Safety/Risk Management policies and proceduresGenerous salary and benefits package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependentsFree basic life/AD&D policy with additional voluntary coverage optionsShort Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident policies403(b) Retirement plan with up to 3% employer matchMedical and Dependent Flexible Spending Account plansPublic Transportation and Commuter Pre-Tax ReimbursementsGenerous vacation, sick, and holiday benefitsCompany-paid renewal of medical license, BLS, and ACLS$500 annually for CME conferences3 paid days off annually to obtain CMEsMalpractice coverageFloat Differential for eligible positionsHiring range: $70-80 per hour (Non-Exempt)Compensation Philosophy and Position Hiring Range:At Planned Parenthood Los Angeles we continuously work towards our values of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion including with our compensation philosophy. PPLA recognizes that decisions about pay and benefits have significant impact on staff, so we are committed to ensuring all positions are rooted in a description that identifies competencies, duties, responsibilities and qualifications, and that they are compensated equitably which takes into account both internal organizational equity and market compensation data for similar roles.Equal Employment Opportunity will be afforded to all applicants and other covered persons without regard to protected characteristics, including their perceived protected characteristic. Protected categories include: race, color, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, reproductive health decision-making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. PPLA will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the requirements of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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