Same-Day Advanced Practice Provider (APP (FNP or PA)

Overview

JOB TITLE:              Same-Day Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (FNP or PA)  (5 positions)

DEPARTMENT:  Medical Staff

SUPERVISED BY:   Chief Medical Officer

SALARY:              D.O.E.

EMPLOYMENT

CATEGORY:      (Regular, Full Time or Part Time, Exempt)

OPEN DATE:             10/9/2024

CLOSE DATE:          Until Filled

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the collaboration of the Chief Medical Officer, the Same Day Medical Provider’s primary responsibility is to provide same-day care to patients of all ages presenting on the walk-in cue. Patient concerns range from medication refill requests to urgent needs related to injury and acute illness. A preference will be given to providers with strong procedural skills including splinting, suturing, incision and drainage of abscesses, toenail removal, fluorescein application for eye injury, joint injection, and experience in urgent care. Providers with experience in primary care are also preferred as this role requires a focus on ensuring each patient’s greater healthcare needs are met. A strong walk-in provider will identify and provide care related to chronic conditions, including ensuring follow-up with the primary care provider.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides primary care to patients, including histories, exams, lab tests, prescriptions, and referrals within prescribed up-to-date guidelines and protocols.
Performs accurate and timely documentation of histories, subjective findings, physical exams, plans, and prescriptions with timely follow-up in EHR after the visit.
Assures that health education is provided with each patient encounter when applicable.
Provides patients with information concerning their evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
Engages patients in participation and decisions involving their healthcare.
Provides counseling for patients on diet, hygiene, and preventative healthcare.
Actively participates in quality improvement for clinic efficiencies and improving patient quality of care
Consult physicians or colleagues when needed for complicated cases that are outside of the scope of practice.
Maintains and improves professional knowledge and skills by participating in seminars, accredited home study, in-service education and /or individualized preceptorship.  Maintains current clinical competence through self-study, review of professional journals, etc.
The Employee will participate and attend assigned organizational meetings and participate in performance improvement activities.
Other duties as assigned to maintain and enhance the operation of the department.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The provider will see on average 10-15 patients per shift. Shifts are weekdays and weekends from Tuesday-Thursday 9A – 6P and Friday – Monday 9A-6P or 1P-11P. Each provider will work with the CMO and Medical Executive Assistant to select shifts that meet clinic staffing needs. Each provider can expect to work a minimum of 6-weekend shifts per month. Efforts will be made to have a primary location, though the provider can expect to float to other clinics to meet staffing needs. The provider will have 1 or 2 nurses on his or her team and will be responsible for triage, intake, provision of in-clinic needs, and follow-up.
QUALIFICATIONS:

FNP: Graduate from an NP program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Master’s degree or higher. Certification from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
PA-C: Graduate from a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant. Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Permanent, current, full and unrestricted FNP or PA license in any state in the United States, Territory or District of Columbia.
Current, full, and unrestricted DEA license.
Minimum of one year experience working in an urgent care or emergency medical care setting.
Current BLS and ACLS certifications or be able to obtain them within 60 days of hire.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Must possess a valid driver license and be eligible for coverage under WRFCHC auto insurance policy.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check under the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act (P.L.101-630).
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

Competitive wages (no state or local tax)
17 Federal Health Insurance Options
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401k Retirement Plan with up to 4% match
Employer Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
Leave Benefits
Student Loan Repayment Options (certain eligibility requirements apply)
IMPORTANT APPLICATION CRITERIA:

Submit a complete application with supporting documents either online or to WRFCHC Human Resources Department located at 120 North 6th East (Old DFS Bldg.), Riverton WY 82501.  Applicants must submit all supporting documents to be eligible for the position they are applying for.
Supporting documents: Driver’s License, Tribal ID, High School Diploma/GED, Degree or professional credentials, and other supporting documents that verify required qualifications.
Applicants not living in the local area may submit a cover letter, resume, and supporting documents in lieu of an application as an initial statement of interest for a particular job announcement. However, the applicant must follow-up with an official Wind River Family and Community Health Care job application.
Applicants who have a current application on file are required to submit a letter of interest for each position in which they want to be considered for. The letter should address how they meet each qualification. Supporting documents must be attached to the letter of interest.
Telephone calls are not accepted in place of an employment application or letter of interest.
When the position qualifications require a driver’s license, education, or professional credentials, the applicant must submit copies of certificates, licenses, degrees, and other supporting documentation. Applicants who do not provide supporting documents will be disqualified.
WRFCHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Preference will be given to a qualified tribal member, then a qualified tribal member of a federally recognized tribe and then other qualified candidates.
Qualified Indian Preference applicants must provide a copy of their tribal enrollment identification card or a Certificate of Indian Blood.
Background investigation, drug and alcohol screening are required as a condition of employment.  Refusal will render the applicant ineligible for employment.
For information or questions, please contact Human Resources at 307-856-9281 ext. 367.