Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant Infectious Disease

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

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant specializing in infectious diseases. This full-time role involves working within a busy Virginia-based practice, providing essential patient care, conducting thorough assessments, and collaborating closely with physicians. You will play a vital role in managing both acute and chronic conditions, ensuring continuity of care for patients. The ideal candidate will possess the necessary certifications and licenses, along with a strong commitment to patient education and health maintenance. Join a team where your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes and contribute to the community's health.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active unrestricted Virginia license and DEA license.
• NCCPA or AANP certification required for PAs or NPs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and manage treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications with physician approval and maintain patient records.
• Collaborate with supervising physicians for comprehensive care.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Infectious Disease Knowledge

Patient Counseling

Medication Prescription

Basic Drug Interaction Understanding

Education

Active Virginia License

NCCPA Certification (PA) or AANP Certification (NP)

Tools

Meditech

EPIC

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 and NCCPA certification for Physician Assistant or an AANP certification for Nurse Practitioner
• Outpatient infectious disease clinic: on Tuesdays 12-4pm
• EHR- Meditech and EPIC system

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• All consults/follow-up/prescriptions will be reviewed and signed off by the consulting physician rounding at the hospitals mentioned above
• See new patients, follow-up of existing patients and post-hospitalization discharges
• Perform history and physical assessments of patients that are accurate, complete, concise, relevant and appropriate for age, gender and clinical problems
• Obtain, 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 diagnostic test results for deviations from normal and determine 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 check records for accuracy at each patient appointment
• Complete all documentation and ensure readiness for signature of supervising physician
• No invasive procedures need to be performed
• Maintain good internal and external relationships in the performance of all duties and responsibilities
• Use advanced practice skills with supervision/collaboration of licensed physicians to provide comprehensive health care services to patients
• Provide physical/psychological health assessments, patient education and counseling, orders, and interpret diagnostic procedures, and manage acute and chronic disease conditions ensuring continuity of care for individuals
• Maintain active nurse practitioner license/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
• Inform/notify if any other part-time positions are accepted in addition to the current position