Home Based Primary Care - APP

About the role

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) program plays a key role in delivering comprehensive, longitudinal primary care services in patients' homes. This includes conducting in-home patient assessments, routine follow-up visits, and telehealth encounters; diagnosing and managing acute and chronic medical conditions; developing and implementing individualized care plans; and collaborating with the patient's care team to ensure seamless coordination of care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home patient assessments, routine follow-up visits, and telehealth encounters
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions within the scope of practice
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, emphasizing disease prevention, medication management, and patient education
• Collaborate closely with patient's care team - including home health services, specialists, and hospital partners - to ensure seamless coordination of transitions of care
• Utilize the electronic health record (Epic) to document all care accurately and in compliance with regulatory and billing requirements
• Engage in ongoing professional development and remain current with clinical best practices and system protocols

Requirements

To be eligible, evidence of current competence to practice as an APRN, PA, CRNA, or CNM must be provided. This includes obtaining appropriate reference letters from physicians and other practitioners during the Medical Staff appointment process.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Active PA Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Connecticut State Physician Assistant License, ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License. Pediatric position profile PALS, when indicated for neonatal care NRP Certification
• Additional licensure, certifications and/or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty

Skills

Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Must be proficient in using the electronic health record (Epic).

Benefits

Competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Pension plan matched tax-sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions. Employee wellness initiatives and support programs. Professional development and continuing education opportunities.

Pay

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Schedule

Monday - Friday Scheduled Hours: 40 hours per week