Nurse Practitioner | Physician Assistant

Full Time
South San Francisco, CA
$145,000 - $155,000 a year
Posted
Job description
Description:

Since 2017, Work Health Solutions has been committed to delivering exceptional medical care to both patients and employers. We offer a range of solutions to meet occupational health needs, such as mobile services and near-site clinics for local employers. Additionally, we provide customized injury prevention programs through on-site clinics at contracted employer sites, aimed at reducing workers' compensation costs and improving employee health, safety, and productivity in the workplace.

Work Health Solutions is currently hiring for a nurse practitioner (NP) or physician’s assistant (PA).

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

The nurse practitioner (NP) or physician’s assistant (PA) uses clinical judgments in conducting health assessments, making differential diagnosis, and prescribing pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. Plans are implemented through independent action, health counseling, and collaboration with other members of the health team. The NP/PA is responsible for clinical oversight and health center consultation regarding administration of health care policy and procedure of the delivery of services as they pertain to their designated site/role. The NP/PA promotes optimum health, prevents illness and injury, completes employer service exams, and manages work-related injuries and illnesses at their assigned location(s).


Job Specific Duties:

  • Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of Physician oversight including Department of Transportation (DOT) exams, where required
  • Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ clinical problems and health care needs.
  • Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient’s condition. Provides written patient instructions.
  • Collaborates with Physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan for work-related injuries and illnesses and/or limited scope primary care in designated locations
  • Prescribes or recommends medications or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, acupuncture, or other related therapeutic procedures.
  • Refers patients to overseeing physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.
  • Maintains medical records using designated electronic medical record (EMR).
  • Educates and coaches clinical staff on best practices and assists center managers in facilitating program management
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • This job has no supervisory responsibilities.


Preferred but not required:

  • Have Prescriptive Authority (RXN) or have Provisional Prescriptive Authority (RXN-P) with current DEA licensure, if applicable for role with associated articulated plan
  • Familiarity with primary care or occupational medicine
  • Direct patient care and management/oversight of occupational injuries/illnesses at the work site
  • Familiarity with regulatory exam testing (hearing conservation, lead/silica surveillance, respirator fit/pulmonary function testing, etc.)
  • Understanding the basis and application of standards set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  • Experience at industrial work location a plus
  • Strong emergency medical/trauma care skills
Requirements:
  • Master's degree required.
  • At least one year (three years preferred) of clinical experience as an NP/PA in an occupational health department setting.
  • Knowledge of workplace health and safety concepts and OSHA regulations
  • Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) and NP, or PA n state of practice
  • Nationally Certified as FNP, ANP, AGNP, or PA-C.
  • Current Certification in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for medical provider is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support may also be required based on contract scope of services.
  • Appropriate certification and or DEA license to write prescriptions under the authority of the Medical Leader, if allowed within state of practice.
  • Strong computer skills with knowledge of Internet software, Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
  • Current DOT medical examiner certification in specified locations

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Training skills a plus
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and work flow management skills
  • Knowledge and experience with Electronic Medical Records

Other Qualifications:

Requirements as set forth in the specific contract for the site may include working flexible hours including evenings, nights and weekends. Travel for assignments and/or training may occasionally be required.

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