Advanced Practitioner (PA-C or FNP-C) - Pediatrics at Clinica Sierra Vista

Bakersfield, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Aug, 26

Salary

170000.0

Posted On

29 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Evaluation, Physical Examinations, Differential Diagnosis, Diagnostic Testing, Pediatric Care, Preventative Medicine, Suturing, Cast Application, Patient Counseling, Interpersonal Communication, Clinical Consultation, Venous Blood Draw

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Clinica Sierra Vista is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in California and the nation, having earned the trust of its patients, partners and the communities it serves over a 47-year history distinguished by rapid growth and innovation, exceptional primary-care physicians, and a reputation for treating the most vulnerable residents with respect and compassion. Clinica Sierra Vista, accredited by the rigorous Joint Commission, serves patients at 31 health centers in Fresno and Kern counties. Our services include Pediatric Care, Adult Care, Dental Care, Behavioral Health, Case Management, Prenatal & Women’s Health, Substance Abuse Treatment, HIV/AIDS testing and treatment, Health Education, Outreach and WIC services. We partner with local governments, social services departments, businesses and nonprofit leaders to address the full range of needs for our patients. Our dedicated providers and staff make Clinica Sierra Vista an ideal place to call your medical home. We're looking for someone to join our team as an Advanced Practice Provider in Pediatrics who: Is responsible for providing medical services for the patients of Clinica Sierra Vista and includes the following: Patient evaluation, which should include histories both brief (interval) and more thorough, histories on children, adults and the elderly. Physical examinations: focused or thorough, as needed to define patient problems adequately. Develop diagnoses or differential diagnoses appropriate to patients’ complaints. Consult with Physician when needed. Patient problem confirmation and testing including the (ordering of laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic measure). Participate in the performance of the necessary diagnostic maneuvers such as anoscopy examination, pelvic examination and pap smears, electrocardiography, chest x-ray interpretation and the ability to draw venous blood when needed. Benefits: 1. $150,000 Base salary (Commensurate with experience) 2. Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for physician and family (begins on first day of employment) 3. Sign-on bonus of up to $75,000 or Mortgage Subsidy up to $75,000. 4. Paid CME 5. Relocation reimbursement 6. Loan repayment through the NHSC. 7. Malpractice coverage through the FTCA/Federal Tort Claims Act. Essential Functions: 1. Evaluate Patients for medication utilization or other therapeutic or preventative measures. 2. Counseling patients with respect to the meaning of health problems, the usefulness and rationales of laboratory and X-ray tests and the essentiality of preventative and therapeutic steps. 3. Suggest and help to implement referrals when indicated. 4. Carry out certain therapeutic and preventive maneuvers including place and removing I.U.D.’S, fitting diaphragms, suturing lacerations, and putting on casts for minor fractures. All of the above activities are done in collaboration with Clinica’s physicians per privileges granted. 5. Participates in clinical activities in all clinic sites on a scheduled basis, in the same fashion as do physicians. 6. Demonstrates good interpersonal abilities with patients and associates. 7. Participates in clinical consultations with associates and continuing education both within the institution and extramurally. 8. Performs other work-related duties as assigned. Intrigued? We’d love to hear from you! Please review the job details below and then click “apply" or call/text Noemi Cardenas at (661) 936-3457. ---------------------------------------- Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us. Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive medical services for pediatric patients, including evaluations, physical exams, and the development of diagnoses. Perform diagnostic maneuvers and therapeutic procedures in collaboration with physicians.