Physician Assistant or Nurse Practiconer

Chappel Group; Lakeland (FL); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible scheduling options

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Performance-based incentives

Zusammenfassung

A healthcare provider in Florida is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to conduct comprehensive assessments and manage conditions in long-term care. Candidates must hold a valid PA or NP license in Florida and have strong clinical assessment skills. This full-time position offers flexible scheduling and competitive salary with incentives.

Qualifikationen

• Current, unrestricted license as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the state of Florida.
• Certification through NCCPA (for PAs) and national NP certification (ANCC or AANP).
• Prior experience in geriatrics, internal medicine, family medicine, or long-term care preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics, internal medicine, family medicine, or long-term care preferred.

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents including history and physical examination.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and interdisciplinary team to develop care plans.
• Prescribe medications and therapies per licensure and facility protocols.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapists, and interdisciplinary team to craft individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, options, medications, and preventive care.

Kenntnisse

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal communication

Decision-making

Compassionate care

Ausbildung

Current, unrestricted license as a PA or NP in Florida

NCCPA certification (for PAs)

National NP certification (ANCC or AANP)

Valid DEA license

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Position Title: Physician Assistant (PA) and/or Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Location: Polk County and Osceola County

Reports to: Medical Director / Supervising Physician

Employment Type: Full Time / Part Time

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents including history and physical examination, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Provide ongoing management of acute and chronic conditions in long-term care populations.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state licensure and facility protocols.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and preventative care.
• Respond to urgent and emergent resident needs and support facility staff in critical situations.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation.
• Adhere to federal, state and facility regulations, ensuring quality standards and compliance in all aspects of care.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted license as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the state of Florida
• Certification through NCCPA (for PAs) and national NP certification (ANNC or AANP)
• Valid DEA license (or eligibility to obtain)
• Prior experience in geriatrics, internal medicine, family medicine, or long-term care preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with residents, families, and staff.
• Compassionate approach to care with a commitment to improving quality of life for older adults.
• Flexible scheduling options and competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Medical Practices