APP| Primary Care Outpatient | Fairfield, CT

Yale NewHaven Health; Fairfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Wellness and retirement plans

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health in Fairfield, CT is seeking a full-time APRN or PA for NEMG Fairfield Family Medicine. The role covers comprehensive health assessments, development of treatment plans, prescription of medications, and chronic disease management within a collaborative team using Epic EMR.

40 hours weekly (Mon–Fri, 7am–5pm) with a focus on patient-centered care, education, and continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited NP or PA program.
• Active CT medical license or in process of obtaining.
• ACLS/BLS/PALS as required.
• DEA license as indicated for position profile.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and obtain medical histories.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with supervising physician.
• Prescribe medications, order therapies, and manage devices per state regs.
• Educate patients on health maintenance and disease management.
• Evaluate acute and chronic conditions and coordinate care.
• Perform minor procedures within scope of practice.
• Document encounters in the EHR and participate in QA initiatives.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up with medical staff.

Skills

Clinical assessments

Patient counseling

Team collaboration

Education

Nurse Practitioner program

CT Medical License

ACLS/BLS/PALS

DEA License

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Overview

Position: APRN – NEMG Fairfield Family Medicine

Location: 340 Grassmere Blvd, Fairfield CT

Scheduled Hours: 40 (36 clinical/4 administrative hours)

Position Type: Full-Time

EMR System: Epic

Group Web site: Northeast Medical Group Internal Medicine – Fairfield

What makes this opportunity so special?

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the Yale New Haven Health System Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Why Choose Yale New Haven Health?

Excellent work environment—Flexible schedules to ensure work-life balance. Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do, we focus on improving clinical care, outcomes, patient satisfaction, safety, value, clinical research, and education. Our efforts reach beyond the walls of our hospitals to care for our communities, too.

Career Advancement—Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system!

Compensation Package—Enjoy an enhanced compensation package, including a generous sign-on bonus, wRVU, and Quality incentive plans.

Relocation Assistance—We recognize how vital a smooth transition is, and with our relocation assistance, your journey can be seamless.

Benefits—Competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Pension plan matched tax-sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions.

Employment Perks—Employee wellness initiatives and support programs. Professional development and continuing education opportunities. Yale New Haven Health includes Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial, and Westerly hospitals; several specialty networks; and Northeast Medical Group, a physician-led multi-specialty group with over 1,000 physician. Intriguing cities with something for everyone, whether you love arts, history, parks or delicious food.

As a valued member of our team, you will:

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including obtaining detailed medical histories, performing physical examinations, and ordering/interpreting diagnostic tests.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician, focusing on health promotion, disease prevention, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Prescribe medications, order therapies, and manage medical devices according to state regulations and collaborative practice agreements.
• Provide patient education and counseling regarding health maintenance, disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
• Evaluate and manage common acute illnesses (e.g., upper respiratory infections, influenza) and chronic conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, asthma).
• Perform minor office procedures as trained and within scope of practice.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
• Document all patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Serve as a resource for medical staff and participate in educational activities as needed.
• Provide age-appropriate care to patients across the lifespan, from infants to geriatrics.
• Manage referrals to specialists and coordinate follow-up care.
• Maintain current knowledge of family medicine best practices and engage in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years clinical experience in a of experience in primary care/internal medicine setting
• Active PA or NP in family medicine specialty certification.
• Active, unrestricted CT medical license or in process of obtaining
• ACLS/BLS/PALS (as required) Certification
• DEA License

Schedule:

40 scheduled hours, M-F, 7am-5pm

Skill Set:

Prefer 1-2 years in a clinical working experience as a NP/PA within the given specialty/service line recommended. APRNs, PAs, CRNAs and CNMs are required to be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS Hospital and credentialed through the Medical Staff process.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veterans

YNHHS Requisition ID

142410

EDUCATION

Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or an accredited Physician Assistant Program.

EXPERIENCE

Prefer clinical working experience as a NP/PA within the given specialty/service line recommended, but none required. APRNs, PAs, CRNAs and CNMs are required to be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS Hospital and credentialed through the Medical Staff process. Evidence of current competence to practice as {an APRN, PA, CRNA, CNM} via appropriate reference letters from physicians and other practitioners must be able to be obtained during the Medical Staff appointment process in order to be eligible.

LICENSURE

Active PA Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Connecticut State Physician Assistant License, ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License, when indicated for pediatric position profile PALS, when indicated for neonatal care NRP Certification. Additional licensure, certifications and/or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty.ORConnecticut State Registered Nurse License, Connecticut State Nurse Practitioner License, Board specialty certification, as appropriate for position profile ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License, when indicated for pediatric position profile PALS, when indicated for neonatal care NRP Certification. Additional licensure, certifications and/or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty.