Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

• Committed to Our Community in the Heart of the Redwoods.
• Removing Barriers to Healthcare Access FoCHC Fortuna Community Health CenterNurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant assesses and evaluates the health care needs of patients, performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, institutes and manages care for patients, and performs related work as assigned.
• COMPENSATION: $148,627.20 - 197,817.60 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Takes patient histories and performs complete physical examinations of patients.
• Assesses the clinical status of patients.
• Orders and performs laboratory and screening tests in accordance with approved protocols or standardized procedures.
• Consults with physician supervisor as necessary and refers cases as appropriate.
• Formulates clinical assessment based upon clinical findings, plans, and coordinates care.
• Recommends and/or administers treatment or medications as approved.
• Provides and evaluates patient care according to adopted protocols and quality assurance program criteria.
• Participates in on-going evaluation, quality assurance, required trainings, peer review, provider meetings and other clinical meetings.
• Educates patients regarding health and illness prevention.
• Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Mentors peers and teaches students and residents when requested.
• Reviews and prepares protocols for use by staff.
• Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Participates in after-hour call coverage.
• Responds to patient or co-worker complaints and works toward a positive resolution of any dispute.
• Serves as a member of site committees when requested.
• Identifies problems related to patient services and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Adheres to established clinical protocols, procedures, and attendance policy.
• Assists in updating clinical protocols and procedures when requested.
• Other duties and responsibilities as designated by supervisor.

Qualifications

Ability to work as a member of a team in order to communicate and/or solicit pertinent information to and from other team members and support team decisions. Ability to communicate effectively and exercise sound and responsible judgment. Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal. Ability to establish constructive working relationships with all levels of management and employees in a staff of varied and diverse backgrounds. Ability to handle difficult or confrontational situations in a calm, consistent, and equitable manner. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively represent ODCHC’s interests in the community and maintain effective working relationships among co-workers, public, private, and professional groups. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Diploma from an accredited program with credentialing through the American Nurses Association or Physician Assistant Association. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Current California medical license. Current Board Certification. Current DEA license. Current CPR. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical requirements described are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential duties of the position. Reasonable accommodation will be made to allow otherwise qualified candidates to perform these functions. Speaking and hearing sufficient to communicate effectively by phone or in person, at normal volumes. Vision adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc. Good manual dexterity. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable means of transportation. Open Door Community Health Centers was founded in 1971 and is dedicated to providing healthcare and education to the residents of Humboldt County, Del Norte County, and surrounding rural areas. We offer a comprehensive range of healthcare services, including Primary Medical Care, Pediatric Services, Chronic Illness Management, Dental Care, Pregnancy, Prenatal Services, and more. Recognizing the critical importance of accessibility, we proactively identify areas with unique healthcare needs and extend our high-quality healthcare services and educational programs to individuals who face obstacles such as financial constraints, geographical isolation, or social barriers. Open Door Community Health Centers has earned recognition as one of the best places to work in Humboldt County. Our focus on employee well-being includes offering free monthly online therapy sessions, interactive training opportunities, educational programs, and various employee appreciation events throughout the year. We provide comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, to all full-time employees and some part-time employees. For those looking to embark on a new career in the medical or dental fields, Open Door offers paid training for many entry-level positions. Explore our list of open positions today and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us! Open Door participates in the E-Verify program. This means we use E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees by electronically verifying information from their Form I-9 with the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. Participation in E-Verify is voluntary for our organization, but we are committed to maintaining a legal and compliant workforce. Notice of Non-Discrimination: Open Door Community Health Centers does not discriminate based on citizenship status or national origin in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. For more information about E-Verify, please visit: E-Verify Website ()