NP/PA - Family Medicine

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: GENERAL SUMMARY: The APC will be responsible for assessment and treatment of a wide range of illnesses and injuries and provide vaccinations and preventative care. Serves as the primary care provider for applicable populations and refers to specialists as needed. APC must work an average of 72 scheduled clinical hours plus eight hours of administrative time per pay period to be considered 1.0 FTE or 36 scheduled clinical hours plus four hours of administrative time per pay period to be considered a 0.5 FTE. Hours are prorated based on FTE. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Appropriately manages patient care and health status after initiating a treatment/ preventive plan. Monitors and adjusts as warranted. Responds correctly to patient-related emergencies. Keeps current with Mercy standards of care including continuing CME requirements as required by federal and state regulations. Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions. Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, medical records, billing and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards. Seeks consultation and advice by providing adequate information to consulting physicians and communicates requests effectively, or responds to such requests from the referral source in a courteous, professional, and timely manner. Documents according to established guidelines to facilitate ongoing quality of care in a timely manner. Performs appropriate medical procedures within scope of practice as defined by credentialing and privileging processes. Monitors personal metrics regarding appropriate patient case load, quality, safety, financial stewardship, patient satisfaction, service excellence and citizenship. Seeks physician support, expertise and training for cases and questions outside of knowledge and experience. Discusses clinical performance, skill development, appropriate patient workload and acuity, and clinical outcomes with supervising physician as needed. Actively participates in clinical quality improvement initiatives. Supports appropriate billing for professional service through timely documentation and maintaining adequate knowledge of billing policies and procedures. Participates in community relations as appropriate. Participates in the training, orientation, and evaluation of support staff. Regularly attends and actively participates in staff meetings. Participates in community education, marketing, speaking and other professional activities to promote the professional practice of the physician and Mercy Clinics, Inc. Demonstrates open, honest communication and behavior. Demonstrates regard for the dignity and respect for all patients, their families, guests, and representatives of other organizations as well as fellow employees, volunteers, and medical staff. Maintains patient confidentiality and abides by all federal and state regulations in practice and billing. Demonstrates responsibility for individual performance and efficient utilization of practice resources. Follows established safety precautions and procedures in the performance of all duties in order to ensure a safe environment. Demonstrates current level of knowledge of various payor regulations by functioning within those guidelines. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Must have and be able to maintain an unrestricted nurse practitioner or physician assistant license to practice in Iowa. Board certification in applicable specialty that evidences the training and skills needed to perform the Department's services. Must become and remain an active member in good standing on Mercy's Medical Staff ("Medical Staff") with appropriate clinical privileges. Must be able to maintain participating provider status with Medicare and Medicaid programs and not have been excluded from participation in any federally-funded health care program, including Medicare or Medicaid. Must be able to maintain an unrestricted federal DEA number and applicable state drug permits. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. BLS/PALS Must be certified no later than six months after hire. PALS required for applicable specialty. MANDATORY REPORTER Proof of completion of mandatory reporter abuse training specific to population served within three months of hire. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.