Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Family Medicine 2 positions

Job Type:

Fulltime Permanent

Shift and Schedule:

Outpatient exclusively; flexible schedule options within daytime Health Center hours; no evenings weekends major holidays or oncall.

Work Setting:

Inperson

Reports to:

Supervising Physician; Practice Manager

Annual Salary:

$110000 $129000 for fulltime status based on experience

Signing Bonus:

Negotiable

JOB DESCRIPTION

Community Health Center of the North Country is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in Upstate New York. CHCNC provides high quality healthcare services to the surrounding communities and offers a sliding fee scale. With four locations CHCNC is a growing healthcare organization that offers primary acute and pediatric medical care dental services physical therapy and behavioral health services to the local communities. The sliding fee scale ensures that uninsured or underinsured patients receive the same quality of care as those individuals who are commercially insured. Patients needing medical care can benefit from the affordable care options provided by CHCNC ensuring they are not denied care based on their financial situation. CHCNC is a sponsor of H1B Visa applicants and is a National Health Service Corp (NHSC) approved site. NHSC scholars and LRP participants are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are seeking experienced and compassionate Advanced Practice Providers to join our team at two of our health center locations. The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will work as part of the Health Center team performing a variety of direct patient care functions and formulating care plans. The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner shall provide highquality comprehensive medical care to patients across a wide range of ages diagnosing illnesses managing chronic conditions and referring patients to specialists when necessary while building longterm patient relationships and addressing overall health needs. The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest quality of care for our patients.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner looking to make a difference in the lives of our patients we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess and institute appropriate care for patient within established guidelines reflecting the standard practices of primary care.
• Conduct initial examinations with recommendations for treatment and followup care to individuals.
• Order routine and diagnostic lab and xray studies.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic illness.
• Formulate initiate and monitor patient care plans in conjunction with the supervising physician when necessary.
• Review and maintain all patient records on a regular basis to comply with required standards.
• Prescribe medications within the appropriate scope of licensure.
• Ensure referral and/or consultation with a collaborating physician as appropriate.
• Maintain proficiency in using eCW the EMR platform for the documentation of patient care.
• Maintain confidential medical records.
• Work cooperatively and supportively with all other staff.
• Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary health center team to ensure that the medical needs of patients are met.
• Assure compliance with all regulations of the Health Center and its services.
• Perform other necessary duties as required by CHCNC to meet the goals of providing primary health care services.

• Current unrestricted New York State PA or NP license
• Current unrestricted DEA registration
• Current Board certification
• Current BLS certification
• Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals
• A strong commitment to providing compassionate and patientcentered care
• Minimum two years of experience as a PA or NP required

BENEFITS:

Community Health Center of the North Country offers eligible employees excellent affordable benefits options. Options include medical dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Term Life/AD&D insurance longterm and shortterm disability 401(k) and other elective programs. We also offer generous time off including vacation personal and sick time as well as paid holidays.

Providers joining us are eligible for additional benefits such as signing bonuses time and allowance for CE expenses
licensing and certification fee reimbursement and more. We also offer flexible schedules ample support staff and a familyfriendly work environment.

Community Health Center of the North Country is an NHSCapproved work site.