Primary Care Advanced Practice Clinician (Cedaredge/Delta)

Cedar Point Health is a physician-owned company dedicated to healthcare on the western slope of Colorado. With two urgent care sites, four primary care locations, a growing Behavioral Health Department, and a PT wellness center, we support a wide range of patient needs. We are looking for a qualified Advanced Practice Clinician to join our team at our Delta and Cedaredge locations in Colorado. Come join our growing company that supports opportunity for growth, learning, and career expansion. In addition to a great work environment, discover the allure of beautiful Western Colorado, offering a wide array of outdoor activities including camping, hiking, biking, fishing, skiing, boating, and 4-wheeling. Embrace the perfect work-life balance in this adventure-filled part of Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Performs examinations, obtains complete medical histories, and assesses health status.
• Documents patient information and care in EHR.
• Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Prescribes medications and treats illnesses.
• Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments.
• Educates patients regarding medical conditions, treatments, medications, and preventative measures as necessary.
• Coordinates appropriate specialty referrals.
• Consults with or refers more complicated medical cases to physicians as needed.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current State License.
• Knowledge of medical model and roles of NPs/PAs.
• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.
• Knowledge of how to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of diagnosing and treating medical problems and developing care plans.
• Knowledge of medical records and documentation in a confidential manner.
• Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.
• Skill in developing/revising patient care based on patient status.
• Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of practice.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians on complicated cases.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner or accredited physician assistant program.
• 1-2 years of clinical experience.

Mental and Physical Requirements

• Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting.
• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to use a variety of office equipment.
• May require working under stressful conditions.

Work Conditions

• Normal office and exam room environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and with a diverse population, including staff, physicians, clients, patients, insurance companies, labs, hospitals, and other members of the public on a regular basis.
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with significant production bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, AFLAC, employee life, and accidental death insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) support.
• Paid Time Off, including sick time.