Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - South Bend

Indiana-Health-Centers,-Inc.; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15,000 retention bonus opportunity

$2,500 CME plus 5 days

Tail malpractice insurance covered

NHSC loan repayment eligibility

DEA licensure reimbursement

Health benefits Day 1

403(b) matching

Generous PTO & floating holidays

Flexible leave programs

Wellness program with incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Indiana Health Centers, Inc. (IHC) – South Bend Health Center is seeking an experienced NP/PA for outpatient primary care.

You will manage patients of all ages, perform exams, diagnose illnesses, and provide preventive care counseling in a team-based care model using the eClinicalWorks EMR. Responsibilities include collaborating with physicians, attending staff meetings, and contributing to programs under the Site Medical Director.

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner certification from ANCC or AANP required.
• Indiana license and current DEA licensure/prescriptive authority needed.
• Minimum 2+ years of NP/PA experience in primary care; CHC experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Spanish speaking skills preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and establish patient history and data.
• Diagnose illnesses and develop management plans with supervising physicians.
• Provide counseling on preventive care, medications, and nutrition.
• Attend clinic staff meetings and participate in projects under the Site Medical Director.
• Follow HIPAA and OSHA standards for medical care providers.

Skills

Family practice

Communication skills

Behavioral health concepts

CME requirements

Education

Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC/AANP)

Indiana license & DEA prescriptive authority

Primary care clinical experience (2+ years)

Tools

eClinicalWorks EMR

Job description

Description

Indiana Health Centers, Inc. (IHC) is a mission-driven organization providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to underserved and uninsured populations since 1977. At IHC, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the needs of patients we serve in the community. With ten healthcare centers, eight Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition program locations, a Mobile Health Unit, and in-house Pharmacy services (select locations), we offer primary medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare services to community-based patient populations throughout Indiana that are diverse in age, educational background, and income level.

The team at IHC South Bend (Michigan St.) seeks an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) for our health center.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced candidate to substantially impact the lives of patients in our community! The ideal candidate will demonstrate unwavering commitment to the mission of the Indiana Health Center, displaying a willingness to serve, lead with integrity, and exhibit compassion and respect for all individuals.

Meet our Logansport Team:

IHC Michigan Street (South Bend) - Indiana Health Centers

Clinic Hours of Operation:

Monday - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday - 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday - 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday - 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturday - Closed

Sunday - Closed

Role Highlights:

• 100% outpatient


• Manage patients of all ages with a variety of health conditions


• 35 patient hours and 5 administrative hours per week


• A supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance


• Flexible schedule


• No weekends, evenings, off on major holidays, and generous PTO


• Onsite Integrated Behavioral Health


• Opportunities for professional growth and development


• eClinicalWorks EMR


• Team-based collaborative care model

IHC’s robust benefits and compensation package includes:

• $15,000.00 additional reward and retention bonus opportunity paid in allotments


• $2,500.00 CME plus 5 days


• Guaranteed 2.5% minimum annual salary increase


• Paid malpractice with 100% tail insurance covered through the Federal Torts Claims Act (FTCA)


• Eligible for National Health Service Corps (NHSC) and company loan repayment program


• Paid license DEA board certifications


• Day 1 Insurance benefits eligibility


• Employer-paid Group Life, Short-term disability, and Long-term disability coverages and HSA employer contributions


• 403(b) Retirement Plan matching at one year of employment


• Generous Paid Time Off and Floating Holidays


• Flexible Leave of Absence programs


• Personify Health Wellness program with paid incentives for participation


• Employee Assistance Programs with 24/7 access to therapy consultation services

NP/PA Role Responsibilities Include:

• Performing physical examinations and assessments appropriate for patient’s age, establishing data base and medical history.


• Diagnosing illnesses and/or conditions and establishing acceptable plans of management under supervision of and in consultation with supervising physicians.


• Providing counseling and patient education for preventive care, medications, and basic nutrition.


• Attend and participate in clinic staff meetings.


• Assist, participate and/or conduct other clinic-related projects and programs with the approval of the Site Medical Director.


• Follow HIPAA and OSHA standards for medical care providers.

Desired Skillset:

• Training and experience in family practice.


• Effective oral and written communication skills.


• Knowledge of behavioral concepts, specialty treatment and community resources.


• Must maintain continuing medical education requirements for licensure.

Requirements

• Nurse Practitioner certification from either the ANCC / AANP or Physician Assistant certification from NCCPA


• Hold a valid license in the State of Indiana and current DEA licensure / Prescriptive Authority post-hire


• 2+ years of clinical experience as an NP/PA in the primary care setting; previous experience working in a Community Health Center is preferred but not required


• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)


• Spanish speaking skills are preferred but not required

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.