Nurse Practitioner, Dermatology

The South Bend Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Health Savings Account

401K with match

Paid holidays

CME funds

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The South Bend Clinic in Mishawaka, IN, is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Dermatology Day Road Plaza Clinic team. The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of Dermatology experience and hold an active Advanced Practice license in Indiana.

As part of a collaborative, physician-led dermatology group, you will perform comprehensive skin examinations, order tests, develop care plans, and coordinate with supervising physicians to ensure exceptional patient

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited PA or NP program.
• National certification in the applicable dermatology specialty (ANCC).
• Current Indiana PA/NP license and IN RN license.
• Maintains CPR (BLS) certification.
• May require mid-level practitioner Controlled Substance License and DEA.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive skin examinations, conduct and interpret diagnostic testing, develop care plans.
• Orders diagnostic testing, skin biopsies, laboratory, x-ray, and/or other non-invasive diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Initiate collaboration with supervising physicians and referrals when needed.
• Maintain communication with referring physicians while providing patient care.
• Prescribe medications within scope with physician oversight.
• Counsel patients on conditions, treatment options, and preventative measures aligned with protocols.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Patient interaction

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

National certification (ANCC)

Job description

Overview

The South Bend Clinic strives to make the entire Michiana community healthier by providing convenient primary, specialty and urgent care services close to home. Our Mishawaka Day Road Plaza Clinic team in Dermatology is looking to add a skilled and compassionate provider to join our collaborative team, helping to expand our high-quality care, and continue serving the needs of our patients with expertise and dedication.

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant for this role. Ideal candidate would have 1-2 years experience in Dermatology as a licensed Advanced Practice Provider in a clinical setting.

Read more about our Day Road Plaza Clinic Dermatology team at Confidence Starts with Healthy Skin.

The South Bend Clinic provides a valuable benefits program that is made to meet the various needs of our team members and their families:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance and medical coverage at 100% (after deductible) when utilizing a Duly provider
• Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account, employer provided life and disability insurance, 401K with company match
• Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Days, and Paid Holidays
• Employee Discounts and Tuition Assistance
• Up to $2,500 yearly in CME funds

Qualifications

Skills:

• Strong analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving skills
• Proactive in multi-tasking and time management skills while ensuring patient care at a high level
• Detail-oriented in maintaining patient-related information and documenting patient progress
• Exceptional patient interaction demonstrating a friendly, approachable demeanor, effectively resolves customer complaints, and applies strong customer service principles to ensure a positive experience
• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program. National certification in the applicable specialty (ANCC)
• Current state licensure as Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse and RN in the state of Indiana
• Maintains current CPR (BLS) certification
• Active Mid-level Practitioner Controlled Substance License and DEA License may be required based on prescriptive authority

About The South Bend Clinic: In 1916, Dr. Walter Baker, a South Bend surgeon, was inspired by a visit to the Mayo Clinic and returned to South Bend to establish The South Bend Clinic with five other specialists. The clinic has since grown to include ten campuses, nearly 150 providers, and over twenty specialties. Despite its expansion, it remains committed to patient-centered, physician-led care. In 2021, The South Bend Clinic joined Duly Health and Care, a leading multi-specialty group, to further its mission of improving healthcare and enhancing the well-being of Michiana residents. Visit us at www.southbendclinic.com to learn more!

Responsibilities

• As an APP at The South Bend Clinic, you will get the opportunity to:
• Perform comprehensive skin examinations, conduct and interpret diagnostic testing, develop care plans.
• Orders diagnostic testing, skin biopsies, laboratory, x-ray, and/or other non-invasive diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Initiate collaboration with supervising physicians, referrals to appropriate physicians or other health care professionals of problems that exceed the NPs scope of practice.
• Maintains communication with referring physicians while continuing to provide exceptional patient care.
• Prescribe medications within scope of practice, with collaborative physician oversight and necessary mid-level practitioner-controlled substance license
• Counsel patients on conditions, treatment options, and preventative measures, adjusting communication to the patient’s age, psycho-social, and cultural needs to achieve optimal health outcomes in accordance with practice protocols