Primary Medical Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Company : Rehabilitation Associates

Job Description - Primary Medical Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Position Overview:
Rehabilitation Associates is at the forefront of revolutionizing post-acute care in Maine by focusing on an interdisciplinary team approach. This role, crucial within our team, involves managing acute medical issues for short-term rehabilitation patients and chronic conditions for the long-term care population. We offer a supportive work environment designed to promote work-life balance, eliminating traditional burdensome responsibilities. This includes no call duties, a flexible schedule allowing a two-day workweek, and daytime responsibilities from 8 AM to 5 PM only. Documentation can be occasionally done from home, providing further flexibility.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

Conduct Patient Examinations: Perform thorough examinations, obtain medical histories, and assess the health status of patients.
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services: Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests; prescribe medications and manage treatment plans.
Consultation and Referrals: Consult with physicians on complex cases and coordinate appropriate specialty referrals.
Patient and Family Counseling: Provide guidance on preventive health care and manage patient and family education to enhance understanding of treatment plans.
Triage and Patient Communication: Handle patient calls, evaluate concerns, and triage effectively to ensure timely medical responses.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive medical records and develop status reports to track patient progress.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care, treatment modifications, and progress.
Facility Metrics Meetings: Engage in monthly meetings to discuss key facility metrics, including rehospitalization rates and acute care transfer rates, to improve facility outcomes and patient care.

Healthcare Setting:

Short-term rehabilitation facilities
Long-term care facilities
Sub-acute care facilities

License/Certification:

Active Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner License (Required)

Work Location:

In person with some remote documentation flexibility

Experience:

Minimum two years of experience as a PA/NP, preferably in an acute, subacute, or rehabilitation setting.

Compensation:

Salary: $67,500 - $85,000 per year

Expectations:

Patient Care Excellence: Provide exceptional care by integrating advanced clinical skills with a compassionate approach to patient interactions.
Leadership and Team Collaboration: Demonstrate leadership by guiding and supporting team members and contributing to an environment that fosters professional growth and effective team dynamics.
Outcome-Focused: Participate in the development and implementation of strategies to meet or exceed facility metrics, focusing on patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Role Impact: As a Primary Medical APP at Rehabilitation Associates, you will enhance the quality of care provided to our patients while enjoying a balanced professional and personal life. Your expertise and proactive approach to patient management are crucial for setting new standards in post-acute care and leading healthcare innovation.

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