Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Maternal Fetal Medicine

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Compensation

CME & Certification Cost Reimbursement

Malpractice Insurance

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network in Easton, PA, seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide maternal-fetal medicine care under physician supervision. You will evaluate, treat, counsel, and coordinate prenatal care with the obstetric team.

Responsibilities include ultrasound/NST support, high-risk pregnancy management, patient education, and telehealth. You may float among seven locations and contribute to teaching and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Board-eligible or board-certified NP or PA with PA/NJ license.
• Women's Health background preferred.
• New grads encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide obstetric evaluations and care under supervision.
• Perform/assist with obstetric ultrasounds and NSTs.
• Coordinate prenatal care with physicians and the team.
• Float to multiple St. Luke's locations as needed.
• Educate patients and support ongoing preventive care.

Skills

Board eligibility or board-certified (

PA/NP license (PA or NJ)

Job description

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Maternal Fetal Medicine page is loaded## Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Maternal Fetal Medicinelocations: Easton, PA - 1872 St Lukes Blvdtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R145596### *St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission* *of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.*The Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is responsible for providing healthcare services to patients under the supervision of, and/or in collaboration with, the attending physician. These services include, but not limited to, medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, and referrals. Consists of diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescriptionAs with any other health care professional, the Advanced Practitioner is charged with being a patient advocate. The Advanced Practitioner will participate in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives.**MATERNAL FETAL MEDICINE:*** Provide care for obstetric patients in a collaborative practice setting alongside physicians* Perform and/or assist with obstetric ultrasounds and non-stress tests (NSTs)* Work closely with physicians to coordinate and deliver comprehensive prenatal care* No independent patient panel responsibilities* Participate in the management and support of patients with high-risk pregnancies as appropriate* Opportunity to contribute to and assist with the Diabetes and Pregnancy Program* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote positive maternal and fetal outcomes* Deliver patient-centered care with a focus on education, prevention, and continuity of care* Locations: 7 locations (Anderson, Bethlehem, Stroudsburg, Fogelsville, Allentown, Pennsburg, Grandview). All providers need to be able to float to other offices when needed.**JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Competent in the assessment, treatment, counseling, and education of the patient, and their families, being provided medical services.* Competency in evaluating patients and performing physical examinations including obtaining, studying, and updating medical histories.* Demonstrates ability to determine abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, such as radiologic and laboratory studies, and then accurately interpreting test results.* Evaluates, develops, and implements appropriate patient management and treatment plans, based on assessment of needs* Coordinates and communicates patient care effectively with other healthcare professionals and institutions to meet patient's healthcare needs.* Provides high quality health care, based on best practice and/or evidenced based medicine.* Performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, as appropriate, and aligned with granted clinical privileges* As requested, conduct virtual care services, described as live and interactive clinical assessments, diagnosis, and treatment of patients via St. Luke's virtual care platform, assisting in care coordination and/or escalation of care, as appropriate* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. Maintains required continuing medical education* Participates in the research, development, implementation, and tracking of clinical management guidelines.* Participates in the teaching of multidisciplinary students (nursing, nurse practitioner, pharmacy, physician assistant, medical, etc.) and physician residents & fellows, ensuring a positive educational environment.* Participates in AP student clinical rotation preceptorship, when assigned* Demonstrates performance improvement in the following areas as appropriate: clinical care/outcomes, customer/service improvement, operational system/process, and safety.* Competent in utilizing electronic medical record, remains current with medical record documentation, and provides documentation that is for optimal for billing provided professional services.* Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.* Performs routine health maintenance activities for new and established patients.* Coordinates patient care and family counseling with public and mental health agencies, as appropriate.* Teaches wellness habits and educates patients on prevention of potential health problems or method of dealing with present problems. Provides information and materials relating to patient health care needs* Provide occupational health services in the urgent care setting, including but not limited to; pre-employment physicals, injury care and work comp cases/follow ups.* Robust orientation program for all levels of experience including new grads* AP Mentorship Program* Comprehensive Benefits Package* Competitive Compensation Package* CME plus Certification Cost Reimbursement* Fitness and Sports Performance Center Memberships* Malpractice Insurance* Team-based care with well-educated, dedicated support staff* Teaching, research, quality improvement and strategic development opportunities**CULTURE:**St. Luke's is a thriving, integrated health network where more than 1,000 Advanced Practitioners are integral members of the health care team. Our employed providers benefit from a dedicated leadership structure, a professional organization, and a culture that puts patient care at the center. With an established department of advanced practice that has a dedicated leadership structure, and with room for advancement and growth within the Network.**QUALIFICATIONS:**Must be board eligible or board-Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner or Medical Physician Assistant with current license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as determined by the job location.Although one year experience in a similar setting is preferred, **new grads are encouraged to apply! Women's Health background preferred.****PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:**Sit up to 8 hours per day; 3 hours at a time. Stand for up to 8 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walking for up to 6 hours per day. Frequently lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 10 pounds. Rarely lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 75 pounds. Frequently stooping and bending. Frequently reaching above shoulder level. Frequently handling, firm grasping and twisting & turning as it relates to performing procedures. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision. Must be able to speak as it relates to normal conversation and projection as it relates to lectures and presentations.*Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!!*####