Advanced Practice Clinician (Clifton)

Cedar Point Health; Grand Junction (CO); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical

Dental

Vision

AFLAC

Life Insurance

401k

CME

Paid Time Off

Résumé du poste

Cedar Point Health Urgent Care in Clifton, Colorado, seeks a licensed NP or PA to join our urgent care team. You’ll perform examinations, document in our EHR, order tests, prescribe medications, and coordinate referrals in collaboration with a supervising physician.

We offer competitive pay and full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, AFLAC, life/AD&D, 401k, CME, and generous PTO with sick time. A production bonus is available.

Qualifications

• Current State License as NP or PA.
• 1–2 years of clinical experience.
• Successful completion of approved NP or PA program.

Responsabilités

• Performs examinations, obtains medical histories, and assesses health status.
• Documents patient information and care in EHR.
• Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Prescribes medications and treats illnesses.
• Educates patients and coordinates referrals.
• Maintains HIPAA confidentiality and collaborates with physicians.

Connaissances

Patient assessment

EHR documentation

Collaborative care

Effective communication

Emergency response

HIPAA compliance

Formation

Nurse Practitioner program OR PA program

Outils

EHR systems

Description du poste

Description

In Clifton, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Colorado’s Western Slope, Cedar Point Health Urgent Care stands as a pillar of health and wellness. Serving not only the bustling city but also the neighboring communities of Orchard Mesa and Redlands, our clinic is more than just a medical facility; it’s a place where compassionate care meets top-tier medical expertise.

Cedar Point Health is a physician‑owned company with a dedication to healthcare on the western slope of Colorado. With three urgent care sites, three family practice locations, one internal medicine office, and our PT wellness center, we have lots of options to support our patients. We are looking for a qualified NP or PA to fill an available position at our Urgent Care location in Clifton, Colorado. This position is responsible for providing health care to patients within the clinic in cooperation with a collaborative/supervising physician.

Significant production bonus pay available.

Cedar Point Health offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to full‑time employees, including medical, dental, vision, AFLAC, employee life and accidental death insurance, 401k, CME, and Paid Time Off including sick time.

Responsibilities

• Performs examinations, obtains complete medical histories, and assess health status.
• Documents patient information and care in EHR.
• Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Prescribes medications and treats illnesses.
• Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding medical conditions, treatments, medications, and preventative measures as necessary.
• Coordinates appropriate specialty referrals.
• Consults with or refers more complicated medical cases to physicians as needed.
• Maintains strict confidentiality, and adheres to HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current State License
• Knowledge of medical model and roles of NPs/PAs.
• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.
• Knowledge of how to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of diagnosing and treating medical problems and developing care plans.
• Knowledge of medical records and documentation in a confidential manner.
• Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.
• Skill in developing/revising patient care based on patient status.
• Ability to make responsible decisions within the scope of practice.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians on complicated cases.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.

Education

Successful completion of approved nurse practitioner or accredited physician assistant program.

Experience

1-2 years of clinical experience

Mental and Physical Requirements

Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting. This position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye‑hand coordination. Must be able to use a variety of office equipment. May require working under stressful conditions.

Conditions

Normal office and exam room environment. The position requires the ability to work under pressure and with a diverse population, including staff, physicians, clients, patients, insurance companies, labs, hospitals, and other members of the public on a regular basis. The position may cause exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical environment.