Center Physcian/ Nurse Practitioner

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Mid Level Provider to join our professional team at Cascade Job Corps Center - NP/PA Support Services in Sedro Wooley, Washington.

Responsibilities

• Cursory medical evaluation by a qualified health professional within 48 hours after the student’s entry.
• Entrance physical examination by a qualified health professional within 14 days after entry using Job Corps approved history and physical forms.
• Required entry laboratory studies:
• Hemoglobin or hematocrit
• Pregnancy test (all females)
• Pap smear (all females ≥ 21 years of age)
• Tuberculin skin test (Mantoux)
• Vision and hearing screening
• Daily walk-in clinic and appointment system for above and for episodic illness or injury assessment by center physician and/or nurse.
• Inpatient unit visits for minor conditions, such as respiratory infections, or flu symptoms.
• Primary emergency care for illness and injury, including first aid and CPR, and secondary care within capabilities, e.g., injection of epinephrine, and immediate transfer to hospital emergency room for specialized diagnosis and treatment, if needed.
• Treatment of urgent and other conditions not needing specialized care and that are within the capabilities of qualified health professionals on staff.
• Management of chronic health conditions as directed by qualified health professionals.
• Referral to off-center physicians for detailed specialized assessment.
• Access to prescription medications.
• Delegation of responsibilities to appropriate qualified staff under the Center Director’s guidance.

Requirements

• Active license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Washington.
• Experience in providing physician health services for adolescents and young adults who are socially and economically disadvantaged.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing primary care services to adolescents and young adults.
• Ability to manage chronic health conditions effectively.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of healthcare regulations.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in managing electronic health records.
• Knowledge of healthcare policies and procedures.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Part time position available (12 hours a week).

Job Corps Oversight and Assistance

The center Nurse Practitioner will be assisted by the Job Corps National Health Staff (NHS) and principal and regional health consultants. The latter will act under guidance and direction from the NHS.

Continuing Education

The center Nurse Practitioner shall attend periodic continuing education conferences sponsored by the regional or national Job Corps offices.

Health Records

The center Nurse Practitioner acknowledges that student health records belong to and are the sole property of Job Corps, and shall comply fully with federal HIPAA and state records laws. The center Nurse Practitioner will document all services rendered in the students’ health records.