Clinic APP

About the role

The Clinic Advanced Practitioner (APP) is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) who serves as the primary provider in a Rural Health Clinic setting. In this role you will provide individualized care based on each patient’s unique medical needs and lifestyle factors, including age, for optimal health and wellness in patients of all ages, from pediatric to senior. The APP also greets individuals, promotes clinic services, and supports the community.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including history, physical exams, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Order, interpret, and review laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostic studies.
• Provide preventive care, health education, and patient counseling.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Refer patients to specialists and follow up on consults as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, clinical protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education.
• Lead clinic staff (e.g., nurses, receptionists) in delivering excellent patient care, providing guidance as necessary to ensure quality professional services and patient satisfaction.
• Maintain behavior compliant with Federal and State regulations, including HIPAA and health information management requirements.
• Maintain friendly, cordial relations with clients and employees, fostering a positive work atmosphere.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with EMR systems.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Commitment to patient‑centered, evidence‑based care.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Environment

In‑person attendance within a clinic setting.

Requirements

• MSN, DNP, MPAS, DMSc, or equivalent advanced clinical degree.
• Active, unencumbered state license; must remain in good standing throughout employment.
• Current registration/licensure in the applicable state.
• Nurse Practitioners must be permitted to treat all age groups (infant to geriatric) per board specialty (e.g., Family Nurse Practitioner).
• DEA and BLS certification.
• DOT certification.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills for dealing with the public, patients, and staff.
• Knowledge of professional medical practice, organizational policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used in patient care.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply treatment protocol guidelines.
• Ability to recognize conditions requiring consultation with the collaborating physician and to coordinate such consultations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a clinical or outpatient setting.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the workday.
• Functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing are required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lb overhead, carry up to 40 lb a reasonable distance, and push/pull with 30 lb of force.
• Ability to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lb with a second person present.
• Operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, and blood/body fluid hazards; appropriate protective clothing and equipment (e.g., goggles, lead apron, gloves, gowns) must be used as necessary.

FLSA Status

Exempt