Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Per Diem (61598) at Sanitas

San Antonio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health History, Physical Examinations, Diagnosis, Counseling, Medication Prescription, Health Record Management, Continuity of Care, Customer Service, Minor Surgical Procedures, Patient Referral, Report Review, Quality Improvement, Health Promotion, Protocol Updating, Training, Supervision

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: SAN ANTONIO - Downtown - San Antonio, TX 78215 Job Category: Providers Job Summary The Nurse Practitioner provides quality, comprehensive outpatient primary health care services to the Medical Centers patients. They report directly to the Medical Director regarding clinical issues and activities related to the delivery of medical care. APRN are expected to be familiar with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the Center and work collaboratively to achieve them. They must be cognizant of, and comply with, all Center policies and procedures, as well as pertinent state and federal regulations. APRN provides the full scope of primary care services, which fall under his/her field of training, including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care, preventive care and health maintenance of their patients. Essential Job Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Obtain health history and perform physical examinations. Diagnose and direct counseling for each patient on a plan for treatment. Prescribe medication in accordance with state statute and professional practice guidelines. Maintains a problem-oriented health record for each patient seen in accordance with the Centers established Health Information Management policies and procedures. Assures continuity of care by providing comprehensive medical services on a timely basis as per Clinic schedule within the Centers scope of practice and the providers training. Provides excellent internal/external customer service via telephone, videoconference, chat, or face-to-face contact to assist patients with their health care needs. Perform minor surgical procedures. Arrange referral for patients requiring services not offered at the Medical Center. Review incoming reports (e.g. lab, x-ray, EKG) sign, date and follow-up in a timely manner. Follows established departmental and medical center policies, procedures, and objectives; continuous quality improvements objectives and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards. Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs as needed i.e. diabetes collaborative/health fairs etc.; attends and participates in medical center meetings/departmental meetings and other medical center functions as required by the Center. Assist in updating protocols and principles of practice as requested. Assist in outside medical public relations functions. Trains, mentors and supervises students and clinical support staff, as appropriate Supervises mid-level practitioners (physician assistants and nurse practitioners). Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive outpatient primary health care services, including diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care. They also ensure continuity of care and participate in health promotion and education programs.