The physician assistant or nurse practitioner will independently perform a full range of tasks in the delivery of direct patient care, including evaluations, physical exams, and chronic care management. They are also responsible for ordering diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and coordinating patient follow-ups and referrals.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a current license to practice as an NP or PA in Connecticut, along with appropriate board certification and a DEA license. Additionally, they must possess a BLS certification and demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse and vulnerable populations.
professional certificateCommunicationOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsPatient educationBLS certificationCare planningPatient evaluationPhysical examinationsChronic care managementPatient counselingMedical history takingMedication orderingDiagnostic test ordering
Job description
First Choice Health Centers is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for our family care practice in Manchester, CT. This position is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in delivery of direct patient care in an outpatient setting.
Why First Choice?
We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and employee well-being!
Reimbursement for licenses ($1500) and CME coursework ($2500) annually
5 days Paid CME time
20 days of Vacation, 8 Paid Holidays, and 2 Floating Holidays per year
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more
Retirement savings program, including a safe harbor 401k with up to a 4% company match after 6 months of employment
Company paid Life insurance
Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
Complimentary premium Calm Health membership
For more than 25 years First Choice Health Centers has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that breaks down barriers to care helping individuals and communities live healthier lives. To learn more about First Choice Health Centers, visit us at firstchc.org.
Experience and Training
Proven experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant evaluating patients of all ages and establishing care plans
A current license to practice as a NP or PA in the state of Connecticut.
Appropriate Board Certification
A commitment to serving diverse and vulnerable populations with compassion and respect.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Connecticut Controlled Substance license and DEA license
BLS Certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience certifications, etc. Range for this position is $115,000 - $160,000
Standard Job Duties
Evaluates, assesses patient illness/injuries assessing all ages.
Benefits
Vacation
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Life insurance
401k match
Floating holidays
License reimbursement
Accident insurance
Retirement savings program
Whole life insurance
Critical care insurance
Paid CME time
Voluntary term life insurance
Calm health membership
CME coursework reimbursement
Chronic care management.
Performs physical examinations, and special examinations.
Takes medical histories.
Develops plans of care.
Provides routine and illness care.
Orders medications; orders diagnostic tests; and evaluates results.
Assumes responsibility for patient follow-up, coordination, and referrals to other health care providers as necessary.
Maintains patient medical records.
Provides patient counseling/education.
Participates in medical student and health professional teaching.
Performs related duties as required.
COVID-19 considerations
Employees of First Choice Health Centers must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Certain exemptions may apply.
First Choice is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test, including marijuana testing, before beginning employment.
First Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
