Job Description for BestHealth for Business—Occupational Medicine APP Float

Required to travel to within the NC Triad area including but not limited to occupational medicine clinics and onsite events.

Day shift (schedule varies) no weekends, no major holidays.

FUNCTION OF JOB 

Provide patient care services at AHWFB occupational health clinics and to employees and dependents of a specific employer by independently and interdependently scheduling, supervising, and/or conducting complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures; independently participate in the delivery of direct patient care within the scope of individual authority granted by the North Carolina State Boards of Medical Examiners and/or Nursing. 

CHARACTERISTIC WORK 

1. Provide direct patient care, assessment, documentation, treatment intervention and patient/family education and support in accordance with education/experience, established policies and procedures, and state licensing requirements. 

2. Perform complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in diagnosing medical and surgical problems and prescribing necessary treatment and service for quality patient care; record data and tentative conclusions for review by the physician. 

3. Coordinate and schedule laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures; explain the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient. 

4. Perform and maintain competency for point-of-care testing as assigned, waived and/or non-waived, ensuring compliance with AHWFB policies and with applicable state and federal regulations.

5. Carry out patient care services under indirect physician supervision such as cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes, incision/drainage of abscesses; monitor progress of patients, maintain a record of the patient's progress, and consult with supervising physician when patient's progress does not meet anticipated and/or predetermined criteria. 

6. Plan and schedule work for the health care team ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate staffing, space, and facilities for subsequent performance of assigned duties. 

7. Participate in departmental projects when requested

8. Assist in teaching students, residents & interns in complex techniques and procedures which are unique to specific clinical settings. 

9. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND GIVEN 

Oral and/or written instructions are received from supervising physician and APP manager for BestHealth for Business department.  Provide direction and guidance to support personnel. 

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS 

Graduation from an accredited NP/PA Program. NP must be FNP-C. Licensed by the NC Board of Nursing or NC Medical Board of Examiners Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent oral and written communications skills Current American Heart Assoc. BLS and/or ACLS

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS 

Experience beyond the minimum qualifications. One year of experience as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant working in a primary care or urgent care environment FMCSA medical examiner certification would be beneficial.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Efficient team-based care

Professionalism and customer service skills essential 

Potential for after hours’ call rotation

Pay Range

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program, Master's degree preferred

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• Current applicable state Medical Board Medical License
• Certified by NCCPA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Using medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
2. Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
3. Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures. Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
4. Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines
5. Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects
6. Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners
7. Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment
8. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Excellent oral and written communications skills

Ability to maintain composure and work efficiently under pressure

Ability to perform complex patient diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

Exemplary organizational skills

Willingness to perform other related duties other than those described herein

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Efficient team based care

Professionalism and customer service skills essential

Potential irregular hours and/or call

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program