Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Family Medicine (FQHC)

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Family Medicine (FQHC)A federally qualified health center that offers primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services to over 20,000 men, women, and children at sites throughout the region is seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant. The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA) functions in the primary care group coordinating medical care, providing medical supervision and direct patient care. Provides primary care directly, emphasizing accessibility, health promotion, illness prevention and continuity of care to patients presenting with both minor and complex health issues. Takes a complete history including medical, psychosocial, economic, relationship and family status. Completes physical examinations, performs/orders appropriate diagnostic tests. Discusses health concerns/diagnosis with the patient and together determines an appropriate plan of care. Develops reviews and approves clinical protocols and best practice guidelines. Qualifications: Experience in Community Health. Experience in delivering culturally competent healthcare. Current licensure and registration as a Registered Professional Nurse/Physician Assistant in the State of New York and certification as a Nurse Practitioner; Previous experience providing medical care within a primary medical care environment.

Position Information:

Position 44195: Call Jerome Offutt at (800) 486-4330