Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Infectious Disease)

Loginsoft; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their infectious disease practice in Virginia. This full-time role involves working closely with physicians to provide comprehensive care, including patient assessments, managing treatment plans, and ensuring continuity of care. You will play a crucial role in a busy outpatient clinic and hospitals, making a significant impact on patient health outcomes. If you are passionate about infectious diseases and want to work in a collaborative environment, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career while making a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Must have active Virginia and DEA licenses.
• NCCPA or AANP certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Review and sign off on consults and prescriptions.
• Manage patient assessments and treatment plans.
• Provide patient education and counseling.

Skills

Active unrestricted Virginia license

Active DEA license

NCCPA certification

AANP certification

EHR experience

Basic drug interactions understanding

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant qualification

Tools

Meditech

EPIC system

Job description

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Infectious Disease)

Location: Reston, VA

Full-time Position

Job Description:

• Full-time infectious disease nurse practitioner or Physician assistant for a busy Virginia based ID practice
• Hospitals covered: Reston and Stone Springs Hospitals of HCA system and INOVA Loudoun Hospital

Essential Education Experience and Skills:

• Active unrestricted Virginia license and active DEA license
• NCCPA certification for Physician Assistant or AANP certification for Nurse Practitioner
• Outpatient infectious disease clinic: on Tuesdays 12-4pm
• EHR experience with Meditech and EPIC system

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review and sign off on all consults, follow-ups, and prescriptions with the consulting physician rounding at the hospitals
• See new patients, follow-up with existing patients, and manage post-hospitalization discharges
• Perform accurate, complete, concise, and relevant history and physical assessments of patients
• Compile and record patient medical data, including health history, initial infectious disease consults, progress notes, and results of physical exams
• Administer or order diagnostic tests and interpret results for deviations from normal, determining the need for follow-up appointments and further treatment options
• Make tentative diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients
• Prescribe therapy and medication with physician approval (e.g., antibiotics, antiemetics, diuretics, topical medications, antihistamines)
• Understand basic drug interactions
• Instruct and counsel patients about prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance
• Update patient records and ensure accuracy at each appointment
• Complete all documentation for signature by supervising physician
• No invasive procedures are required
• Maintain good internal and external relationships in all duties
• Utilize advanced practice skills with supervision/collaboration of licensed physicians to provide comprehensive health care services
• Provide physical/psychological health assessments, patient education, and counseling, while managing acute and chronic disease conditions to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain active nurse practitioner license and DEA license
• The current position will be reviewed and renewed every 6 months
• One month advance notice is required prior to changing to any new position
• Medical liability coverage will be provided only for patients seen for Dr. Nutankalva, MD
• Notify if any other part-time positions are accepted in addition to the current position