Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Dermatology

New Hampshire Nurse Practitioner Association; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Compensation Package

CME plus Certification Cost Reimbursement

Fitness and Sports Performance Center Memberships

Malpractice Insurance

Job summary

A reputable healthcare network is seeking an Advanced Practitioner to provide healthcare services including medical evaluations and treatments in Luzerne County, PA. The role requires collaboration with healthcare teams and participation in patient care initiatives. Applicants must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, with experience in Dermatology. The position offers mentorship, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience practicing in Dermatology as an Advanced Practitioner required.
• Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania or New Jersey.
• Ability to conduct virtual care services.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare services including medical evaluation, treatment, and counseling.
• Participate in patient satisfaction and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain professional knowledge through continuous education.

Skills

Assessment and treatment skills

Patient advocacy

Communication with healthcare professionals

Diagnostic interpretation

Knowledge in electronic medical records

Education

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Job description

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 medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, and referrals. Consists of diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription.

As 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.

Schedule: 7am-4pm

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Competent in the assessment, treatment, counseling, and education of the patient, and their families, being provided medical services.
• Competent 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 evidence-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 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.
• Provides occupational health services in the urgent care setting, including but not limited to pre-employment physicals, injury care and work comp cases/follow ups.

What Can We Offer to You?

• 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 1000 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.

Education

• 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. Physician Assistants must also have a current certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Experience practicing in Dermatology as an Advanced Practitioner required.

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.