Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Valor Healthcare, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor Healthcare Inc is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, specializing in NASA Occupational Health Services. This dynamic role involves delivering healthcare tailored to the needs of NASA personnel, ensuring optimal health and well-being.

Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, providing management of acute and chronic care, utilizing EMRs, and supporting health initiatives. Essential qualifications include a valid California license, BLS and ACVS certifications, and proficiency in EMR systems.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in California.
• Certification in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support required.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and diagnostic techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments for NASA employees and contractors.
• Provide acute and chronic care management including injury treatment and illness diagnosis.
• Utilize EMR systems to document patient encounters accurately.

Skills

EMR/EHR systems proficiency

Communication skills

Advanced Life Support

Suturing skills

Phlebotomy skills

Education

Valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license

Basic Life Support certification

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification

CAOHC certification

Tools

Epic

eClinicalWorks

Cerner

Job description

Position Summary

Join a dynamic and innovative team as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant specializing in NASA Occupational Health Services (OHS). In this vital role, you will deliver comprehensive healthcare services tailored to the unique needs of NASA personnel, ensuring optimal health, safety, and well‑being. Your expertise will support mission‑critical operations by providing high‑quality clinical care, health assessments, and health education within a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply advanced nursing skills in a cutting‑edge aerospace setting while making a meaningful impact on the health of our nation’s space explorers.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and detailed medical histories for NASA employees and contractors.
• Provide acute and chronic care management, including injury treatment, illness diagnosis, and follow‑up care utilizing critical care experience when necessary.
• Administer injections, perform suturing, and manage IV infusions with precision and adherence to sterile techniques.
• Utilize EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Epic and eClinicalWorks to document patient encounters accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for specialized services such as dermatology procedures like dermal fillers or esthetic laser treatments, as well as telehealth consultations.
• Manage urgent care cases including triage assessments, airway management, and emergency response protocols aligned with Level I Trauma Center standards.
• Support occupational health initiatives by conducting drug testing (including botulinum toxin treatments), workplace injury evaluations under workers' compensation law, and health coaching for lifestyle improvements.
• Assist with medical documentation for CPT coding and ICD-10/ICD-9 coding to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Participate in clinical research projects related to aerospace medicine or other specialized fields such as infectious disease care or dementia care.

Qualifications

• Valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license with current certification to practice in the designated jurisdiction of California.
• Basic Life Support (certified by the American Heart Association)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (certified by the American Heart Association)
• Certified by the CAOHC (Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation)
• Completion of the NIOSH (National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health) Spirometry Course
• Certified, and Registered as an FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) Medical Examiner.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner experience is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and diagnostic evaluation techniques including sonography and laboratory specimen collection/processing.
• Hands‑on skills in suturing, phlebotomy, sterile processing, and aseptic technique are essential.
• Ability to handle complex patient cases involving pain management, behavioral health issues, or post‑operative recovery using evidence‑based practices.
• Excellent communication skills for patient education on topics such as nutrition, medication administration.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards to ensure patient privacy and data security.
• Additional qualifications may include experience with occupational health programs, working with individuals embark on a rewarding career where your expertise fuels the success of space missions while advancing healthcare innovation!

Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.