Geriatric Primary Care NP/PA - PACE & Home Visit Focus

Protouch Staffing; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

FSA

401k

Life Insurance

PTO

Sick Leave

EAP

Employee Discount

Professional Development

Interdisciplinary Team

Job summary

Protouch Staffing seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver comprehensive primary care to seniors enrolled in PACE in Bakersfield, CA. You will work with the Medical Director and care team across clinic, home, hospital, nursing facility, and community settings to promote independence and improve quality of life for older adults.

The role requires an accredited NP/PA program graduate with CA licensure, DEA, and 5+ years of clinical/geriatric experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited NP/PA program.
• Current, unrestricted California NP or PA license.
• DEA registration or ability to obtain within six months.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical nursing or advanced practice experience.
• At least 1 year of geriatric care experience required.
• Experience in PACE or outpatient/community health preferred.
• Experience in interdisciplinary teams is preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive health assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, order tests, and prescribe medications.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and specialists to ensure coordinated care.
• Provide primary care in clinic, homes, hospitals, and community settings as needed.
• Monitor progress, adjust treatment plans, and educate patients and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate EMR in compliance with standards.
• Participate in meetings, quality improvement, and case conferences.
• Ensure adherence to clinical standards and patient safety protocols.

Skills

Geriatrics

Primary care

EMR proficiency

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Graduate of NP/PA program

Job description

Protouch Staffing seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver comprehensive primary care to seniors enrolled in PACE in Bakersfield, CA. You will work with the Medical Director and care team across clinic, home, hospital, nursing facility, and community settings to promote independence and improve quality of life for older adults.

The role requires an accredited NP/PA program graduate with CA licensure, DEA, and 5+ years of clinical/geriatric experience.