Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant

General Job Description

Primary Care Practitioners at Mendonoma Health Alliance are responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered, equity-based care for all patients regardless of age, race, religion, gender, social or economic status, educational attainment, or any other contributing demographic factor. This role requires practitioners to perform medical examinations and evaluations, treat medical needs, provide health education, and maintain accurate and timely medical records for every patient. All practitioners must work closely with medical assistants, community health workers, and all administrative staff to create a work environment that is supportive, cohesive, and promotes a positive culture for all team members and patients. All medical staff will be privileged and credentialed according to the rules and regulations of contracted state and federal agencies and of MHA.  

Allocation: Part-time 

FTE: 0.5 

Status: Salaried, Exempt

Salary Scale: $83,200.00 - $88,400.00 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide and manage direct patient care for MHA. 
• Treat a variety of disease processes and injuries; acute and chronic.
• Competently perform rapid patient assessment, emergency intervention and stabilization. All patients are evaluated and managed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Adhere to and practice evidence-based medicine.
• Perform histories and physicals, including psycho-social issues.
• Order appropriate diagnostic tests and treatments.
• Analyze patient data and formulate diagnoses.
• Develop and implement patient treatment plans; evaluate these treatment plans and revise as necessary.
• Prescribe medications, regulated medical devices and treatment modalities as appropriate to the patient’s assessed medical condition.
• Perform minor procedures, such as cryotherapy, I & D, etc.
• Will be supervised by a physician per CA law, licensure, and MHA policies.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding preventive health care, disease processes, potential medication side effects, nutrition, etc.
• Consult and refer patients to other healthcare professionals, facilities as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to patient needs.
• May inoculate and vaccinate patients to immunize patients from communicable diseases.
• Report communicable disease to the appropriate local, state, and federal health agencies.
• Complete patient charting and billing in accordance with MHA policies and procedures.
• Complete EHR and PAQ/inbox items in accordance with MHA policies and procedures.
• Ensure quality metrics are documented in the EHR in line with Quality initiatives.
• Maintain productivity at appropriate level in accordance with MHA budgetary guidelines.
• Serve as a member of the organized medical staff, attend medical staff meetings and committee meetings as requested; adhere to the medical staff policies, rules and regulations.
• Participate in developing and implementing educational programs for MHA staff and the community.
• Understand and remain in compliance with the MHA’s policies and procedures for safety, infection prevention and control, hazardous materials, waste, etc.
• Be available for consultation for MHA staff.
• Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Support and maintain a culture of safety, quality and respect for patients, their families, and coworkers.
• Clearly, respectfully communicate with all members of the MHA Care Team and administrative staff. 
• Treat coworkers, patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• Document in EHR in accordance with current standards and policies.
• Competently use correct CMA coding for patient evaluations, management, procedures, and diagnosis. 
• Stay current with new developments in medicine through continuing education, conferences, and affiliations with professional societies.
• Participate in the Peer Review process in accordance with MHA Peer Review policy. 
• Deliver excellent customer service and patient care with cultural humility.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Comply with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times, whether on or off duty.
• Ensure confidentiality of patients’ records following HIPAA guidelines.
• Resolve staff concerns utilizing the grievance process as required.
• Must wear identification while on duty.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, local regulations, and accrediting standards.
• Adherence to infection control procedures, including but not limited to standard precautions of temperature monitoring, hand washing, symptom self-monitoring, masking, and social distancing. 
• Assist and support the Center/Department/Program to meet standards of High Reliability.
• Meet dress code standards; appearance is neat, clean and professional.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently licensed to practice medicine in the State of California.
• Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioners must have Board Certification
• Nurse Practitioner may be SP NP, 103 NP or 104 NP.
• One year of Primary Care experience post-graduation is preferred. 
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration Registration.
• Current Basic Life Support certifications.
• Commitment to equity-based care and a community health philosophy.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with individuals from a wide variety of ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds and sensitivity to their health problems.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service.
• Basic computer knowledge and experience with electronic medical records.
• Ability to initiate and maintain positive working relationships with clinical staff and other organizations.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural setting.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The work environment reflects that of a mobile medical clinic. Employees are frequently required to sit, use hands, stand, walk, and reach. Occasionally, lifting up to 20 pounds is needed. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, with the ability to adjust focus. Hearing and speech are necessary for communication in person and by phone. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals.

The role may involve contact with individuals in crisis, substance use, and exposure to bodily fluids and hazardous chemicals.

Equal Opportunity

Mendonoma Health Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. The organization ensures a work environment free from harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on any protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.