Hurley Health Services
Location
Flint, Michigan
Perform advanced diagnostic and therapeutic tasks for patients in urgent care and occupational health settings under physician supervision. Responsibilities include obtaining medical histories, performing physical exams, and executing procedures such as suturing and splinting.
Requires licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan with a corresponding degree from an accredited program. Must hold current BLS and ACLS certifications and possess knowledge of emergency medicine.
Under the supervision of a physician, observes and performs advanced diagnostic and therapeutic tasks associated with patient care in an urgent care and occupational health. Acts as an assistant to physicians in providing patient care. Complies with all safety and infection control standards. Participates in quality assessment and continuous quality improvement activities. Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a courteous and customer-focused manner according to the Medical Center’s Courtesy Performance Standards.
Works under the medical supervision of a Medical Director and attending physicians, and the administrative supervision of the Clinical Practitioner supervisor. Detailed chart reviews will be completed by the medical director periodically. This will include examination for completeness and quality of documentation, documentation errors, medical decision making errors, medication and dosing errors, errors in management of specific illnesses or traumatic injuries, and incorrect or missed diagnoses.
The term Clinical Practitioner will refer to all Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners working within the Hurley Health Services Urgent Care Clinics.
Completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training and maintain certification throughout employment.