The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for managing the care and addressing the health concerns of women by performing medical activities typically done by a physician, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and evaluation of patient status. Essential functions include providing holistic care, performing women’s health exams, STI testing/treatment, and limited obstetric ultrasounds in accordance with state and professional standards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a committed Christian, a graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program with a Master's degree, and hold current Texas State Licensure and national certification. A minimum of 5 years of Family or Women’s Healthcare experience is required, with preference for Nurse Practitioner experience and Spanish fluency.
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Job description
Job Title
Advanced
Practice
Provider (NP/PA)
FLSA
Status:
Exempt
Classification: Full-time (40 hours per week); occasional additional hours may be required to meet ministry or organizational needs
Pay
Level:
S-11
Supervises:
None
Reports to: Clinic Director and Medical Director (Supervising Physician)
Position Description Principle Functions
The Advanced Practice Provider is a licensed medical provider who is not a physician but performs medical activities typically performed by a physician. This position is an APP (Advanced Practice Provider) which will be either a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the role. The APP must hold a current licensure in the State of Texas and is responsible for managing the care of and addressing the health concerns of the women who come to The Source. This care is in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations and the medical standards of care (assessment of health status, diagnosis, development of plan of care and treatment, implementation of treatment plan, and evaluation of patient status). The APP will collaborate with the Medical Director (Supervising Physician) according to state laws and regulations. The APP will also collaborate with other members of the staff and healthcare team to provide high quality care.
Qualifications
Be a committed Christian who demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
Exhibit strong commitment and dedication to the sanctity of human life and sexual purity.
Agree with and be willing to uphold the Statement of Principle, Statement of Faith and policies of the center.
Graduate of an accredited school nursing or Physician Assistant Program.
Master’s Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program.
Current Advanced Practice Register Nurse (APRN) / Physician Assistant (PA) licensure and National Physician Assistant Certification (NCCPA certification)
Current Texas State License.
Current Nurse Practitioner national certification in Woman’s Health, preferred, or National Physician Assistant Certification (NCCPA certification)
Able to function independently without Medical Director (Supervising Physician) onsite.
Minimum of 5 years Family or Women’s Healthcare experience, 2 years of experience in the Nurse Practitioner role preferred.
Fluent in Spanish, preferred.
Have experience with Microsoft Office computer applications.
Experience with Athena, preferred.
CPR certification as a healthcare provider.
Exhibit excellent organizational skills.
Be self-motivated, dependable, and responsible.
Work well in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate compassion, cheerfulness, and professionalism.
Essential Job Functions
Provide holistic care to patients relating to their physical, spiritual, and emotional health.
Provide women’s health exams, including pelvic exams, pap tests, and breast exams.
Provide full scope STI testing and treatment.
Provide pregnancy testing and limited obstetric ultrasounds.
Provide patient pregnancy and sexual health education, and referrals.
Document clinical findings, observations, and medical care in patient record.
Review any clinical findings indicating concern for the viability of the pregnancy or health of the patient with the Medical Director as needed.
Provide appropriate referrals for emergency consultation and care.
Assist the Medical Director/Supervising Director with miscellaneous tasks.
Maintain an appropriate standard of care established by experts in the field (aka, CDC, AIUM, ACOG, etc.)
Comply with state and professional continuing education requirements.
Annual review of OSHA, center policies and procedures, and infection control regulations.
Receives annual evaluation by the Medical Director/Supervising Director.
Maintains BLS Certification.
Collaborates with Clinic Director, Clinical Support, and Support Services Team in making appropriate referrals.
Respects and cooperates with the decisions of the CEO, COO, and Board of Directors in governing the clinic and operations.
General
Attend staff meetings
Expected to attend and volunteer at The Source's local major fund-raising event every year. Strongly preferred to attend and volunteer at The Source's second major fund-raising event as well.
Assist in any clinical events
Establish positive working relationships with staff members and volunteers
Other duties, as needed or assigned by Clinic Director and/or Medical Director (Supervising Physician).
