Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, School-Base, Denny Intl. MS. (.5 FTE)

Purpose

The Nurse Practitioner ensures appropriate comprehensive health care to support the clinical care team in achieving Neighborcare’s goals for quality care, productivity and patient satisfaction. Perform independent clinical activities, and collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants when appropriate to achieve quality patient care. Work in partnership and joint accountability with other lead team members to achieve Neighborcare’s Mission and Guiding Principles and goals.

Please note that as a part of the school-base health care program this position is on standby during the summer for approximately eight to ten weeks. The duration of the standby period may fluctuate from year to year depending on many factors. 

This is a grant funded position. 

Health, Wellness & Retirement benefits:  

• Medical, dental & vision insurance 


• Paid time off & paid holidays  


• Retirement with contribution match 


• Life & AD&D, pet insurance  


• Employee assistance program, & more!  

Compensation: 

• The target wage range for this position is $56.94 per hour to $69.69 per hour.   


• Final offers are individually based on various factors, including skill set, years of experience, location, qualifications, work schedule and other job-related reasons. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Role does not have support of a Medical Assistant, so medical provider will room patients, collect vital signs, administer vaccines/injections, dispense medications, conduct Point of Care testing, perform phlebotomy, clean instruments, and process lab samples.  The provider will also be responsible for inventory management of medications, medical supplies, and vaccines.


• Provide patient centered preventative care, as well as diagnoses and treatment of acute and chronic conditions


• Identify the need for referrals and provide overall care coordination in a team-based setting


• Assure accurate and timely completion of all clinical records; Completion of paperwork in a team-based approach


• Completing necessary paperwork for patient care such as, prior authorizations and communications with outside specialists


• Timely response to communications and test results; Provide feedback to appropriate teams and/or individuals when necessary


• Maintain confidentiality of all client information.


• Attend required in service/training/staff meetings as scheduled.


• Perform other duties as assigned. Occasionally will need to have some flexibility in hours to meet the needs of the families, and schedule work hours throughout a calendar year.


• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills: 

• Ability to conduct all appointments independently without the assistance of a Medical Assistant


• Knowledge and understanding of Washington State confidentiality and consent regulations for adolescent health services


• Knowledge of community resources, including insurance and Medicaid eligibility requirements


• Knowledge of and proficient in the use of Excel, Word, and Outlook


• Knowledge of cultural and social determinants of health


• Ability to organize data, calendars, monthly reports, and feedback on activities


• Ability to develop relationships between Neighborcare Health, schools, and SBHCs to expand services and deliver resources


• Ability to meet and comply with HIPAA/Confidentiality policies and procedures


• Ability to willingly accept responsibility, organize and problem solve, and follow-up on tasks


• Ability to analyze patient care data


• Ability to listen actively and respond to patients, school staff, parents, and staff members in a timely, competent manner both verbally and non-verbally


• Ability to adapt to the needs of our patients and clinics


• Ability to manage projects with critical deadlines and goals


• Ability to effectively perform job duties under a high level of activity, difficult people, and a variety of conditions and restraints


• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, and take initiative, be flexible, and work in multiple settings


• Ability to follow written and verbal directions and to complete assigned tasks


• Ability to be detail oriented and multi-task


• Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand basic math


• Ability to learn from directions, observations and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment


• Ability to work with supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and or action/discipline


• Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable and timely attendance; ability to be reliable and punctual


• Ability to consistently demonstrate trustworthiness and respectful behavior


• Skill in oral, written and interpersonal communication


• Skill in time management

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to counsel and initiate all contraception options – including competency in Nexplanon and IUD procedures

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistance program


• Active ARNP or Physician Assistance license with Washington State Department of Health


• Active DEA licensure


• Board certified


• Current BLS certification

Preferred Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in the field of pediatric healthcare, preferably working with low income, multi-ethnic populations, school-based health, and/or developmental pediatrics


• Bilingual desirable


• Willingness to assist at multiple Neighborcare Health clinic sites 


• Valid Washington State driver’s license required and proof of automobile insurance

About Neighborcare Health: 

Since 1968, Neighborcare Health has been removing barriers to health care for our neighbors. We believe everyone deserves a place to call their health care home, where a team of medical, dental and mental health professionals work in collaboration with each patient to develop a personal health improvement plan. 

We are one of the largest providers of primary medical, dental and behavioral health care services in the Seattle area serving low-income and uninsured families and individuals, seniors on fixed incomes, immigrants, and people experiencing homelessness. Each year we care for nearly 60,000 patients at our nearly 30 non-profit medical, dental and school-based clinics. We ask everyone to pay what they can, but no one is turned away due to inability to pay. 

Our clinics are located in neighborhoods where health disparities are the greatest, and our care teams, who speak over 55 languages and dialects, are as diverse as our patients. No matter who you are, or where you come from, regardless of your insurance, income or immigration status, you are welcome at Neighborcare Health. 

Learn more about us here. 

The full job description is available upon request