Physician Assistant OR Nurse Practitioner PRN

Overview

Seeking NPs or PAs who excel in procedural medicine and hands-on patient care, are proficient in suturing and other procedures and can perform them independently, and ideally have at least two years of clinical experience.

Provide primary medical direction and coordination of professional medical care within the occupational health program, subject to medical protocols established by Association and the Chief Medical Officer of Concentra.

M-F; 8a-5p; Opportunity to cover two Stockton locations: 702 W. Hammer Ln.; 3663 E. Arch Rd.

Responsibilities

• Examines patient, compiles patient medical data and results of examination.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests.
• Compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Interprets diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Assists in the development, implementation and revision of policies affecting medical practice judgment and quality of occupational health care.
• Assists in the development and presentation of education and instructional programs.
• Provides excellent customer service to all patients, clients and peers while incorporating Orange Book values.
• Ensures accuracy when completing and executing tasks and performing quality assurance checks.
• Ensures accurate, concise, timely and complete documentation of results and paperwork.
• Provides an excellent, compassionate and warm patient experience regardless of patient volume.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize and multi-task in a busy environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs such as scheduling and working additional/different hours/shifts when appropriate.
• Ability to consistently deliver quality care in a busy clinical environment.
• Seeks out opportunities for additional clinical training and self-development.
• Effectively communicates with all patients, clients, supervisors and peers.
• Holds self and others accountable.

Qualifications

• Bachelors' degree in related health field from an accredited college or university
• Licensure requirements of the state of jurisdiction
• Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program of an accredited university
• Board Certification
• Occupational Medicine experience preferred, but willing to train otherwise qualified candidates
• FMCSA NRCME is required prior to start date - we provide this CME for colleagues not already certified
• DEA required prior to start date
• Customarily has at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care or an emergency setting

Job-Related Skills/Competencies

• Concentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility
• Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
• Outstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalism
• The ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies
• Demonstrated knowledge of occupational medicine requirements (state specific)
• Demonstrated working knowledge of clinical operations
• Knowledge of laws and regulations that govern delivery of rehabilitation services
• Knowledge of worker's compensation and clinical procedures and all processes involved in the delivery of quality care
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated willingness to participate in Continuing Medical Education