Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Tepeyac Community Health Center; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 112,961 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Tepeyac Community Health Center is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our care team in Denver. The role centers on patient-focused, compassionate care, collaborating with staff to deliver integrated health services and culturally sensitive resources.

The ideal candidate has 3 years of family medicine experience, a Colorado license (DEA eligibility), and a commitment to serving underserved communities.

Qualifications

• Education for Physician Assistant: Bachelor's Degree; ARC-PA accreditation.
• Education for Nurse Practitioner: Master’s Degree from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Experience: Three years in family medicine.
• Language: Fluency in English and Spanish proficiency (medical Spanish).
• Licensure: Unrestricted Colorado licensure; DEA licensure or eligibility; NP/PA certification.
• CME: 100 hours CME every two years.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and perform physical examinations.
• Develop diagnoses and differential diagnoses.
• Order and administer medications per regulations.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans and health promotion.
• Document care thoroughly in medical records and coordinate with care team.
• Participate in clinical coordination and quality/process improvement.

Skills

English fluency

Medical Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree for PA (ARC-PA accredited)

Master’s Degree in Nursing for NP

Job description

Job Summary

The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner is an integral part of the care team and will work collaboratively with all patients and staff. They will make the patient the primary focus of their actions alongside developing and sustaining productive and compassionate patient relationships. They will contribute to the health care team by influencing, innovating, and modeling effective integrated care and exemplary service. They will promote and maintain a physically safe and confidential environment for care. They will be caring and seek to grow with the organization.

Pay and Benefits

Tepeyac offers a full compensation package to all full-time employees. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, a 401(k), disability insurance paid for by Tepeyac, eight paid holidays, four weeks of vacation and six days of sick leave each year. Licensed providers receive time off and reimbursement for CME and for the Colorado licensing renewal fee. The salary range for this full-time position is $112,961–$125,000 annually, depending on years of experience and licensure.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education for Physician Assistant: Bachelor's Degree required. Graduation from a program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC‑PA).
• Education for Nurse Practitioner: Master’s Degree from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Experience: Three years of experience in family medicine required.
• Language: Oral and written fluency in English and oral proficiency in medical Spanish required (fluency preferred).
• Current or eligible for unrestricted licensure in the State of Colorado.
• Active DEA licensure or eligible for DEA licensure (new graduates should obtain within a year of hire).
• Valid national and state of Colorado certification as Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant and in compliance with requirements.
• Must provide proof of 100 hours of CME every two years.
• Ideal Candidate: Strong initiative and passion to advocate and provide healthcare to the underserved.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Obtain a pertinent medical history, perform an appropriate physical examination, and review relevant laboratory or radiologic (or other) studies to assess the patient's medical, physical, psychological, and relevant socio‑economic status.
• Formulate an accurate and appropriate diagnosis based on elicited data and include differential diagnoses as appropriate.
• Order and administer appropriate medications within the limits of the appropriate statutory restrictions.
• Provide care with attention to safety, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Plans are appropriately prioritized and adapted to the patient and circumstance.
• Perform procedures within the limits of their expertise and in accordance with the State Regulations and Organizational Policies.
• Educate and counsel patients and their families regarding their treatment plan, including disease prevention and health promotion.
• Promote the availability of culturally sensitive health and resource information that is evidence-based, patient centered, and enables informed choice.
• Document all examination data, diagnostic impressions, appropriate codes, and other patient care activities in the medical record, including the name(s) of any consulted physicians or other providers.
• Completes required documentation thoroughly, and in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains complete and accurate charts, case files and records.
• Observe the principles and techniques of Universal Precautions.
• Conduct telephonic and virtual encounters as appropriate.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings.
• Participate in clinical coordination, quality, and process improvement efforts which may encompass protocol development, strategic planning, and other administrative tasks as necessary to support practice environment.
• Participate in the training, mentoring, and/or clinical education of new employees, colleagues, and students.
• Manage assigned in‑basket tasks in a timely manner.
• Take call as directed by supervisor.
• Take necessary and appropriate actions in emergency situations.
• Perform other clinical/administrative duties as directed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to execute work plans independently and with flexibility, with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills. Ability to multitask, prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Creative and positive approach to communication and problem solving.
• Value a culturally competent approach when working with low income and minority communities.
• Contribute to building a positive and successful multidisciplinary team.
• Strong customer service skills exhibited in a culturally appropriate manner; ability to handle difficult patients constructively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; focus on solving conflict in a cooperative manner to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, other departments, and outside organizations.
• Show respect and sensitivity for cultural diversity.
• Treat people with respect; accountable for own actions.
• Follow policies and procedures established by Tepeyac Community Health Center; offer support and model service behaviors.
• Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly; maintain a secure and trusting environment as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Vaccinations

Tepeyac Community Health Center employees are required to provide valid proof of vaccination prior to starting employment, subject to the requirements of the American with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (42 U.S.C. 2000e et seq.), the Colorado Anti‑Discrimination Act (C.R.S. 24‑34‑401 et seq.), and any other relevant federal or State law. This requirement includes volunteers. The full list of required vaccinations can be found on our Tepeyac Careers page.

About Us

For over 30 years, Tepeyac Community Health Center has been committed to providing integrated physical and behavioral health care to over 8,000 individuals across the Denver metro area. Tepeyac has distinguished itself as a dynamic organization dedicated to eliminating health disparities, particularly among Latino and immigrant communities. Tepeyac maintains an unwavering commitment to effective patient care, continual quality improvement, and the consistent treatment of each patient with the highest level of respect and compassion. Over the next 3‑5 years, Tepeyac seeks to continue to expand medical, dental, behavioral, and pharmacy services, providing culturally relevant high‑quality care.

All employees of Tepeyac Community Health Center are required to be Colorado residents at time of hire and through their duration of employment.