Company Description:
Axis Community Health, a nonprofit established in 1972, provides comprehensive healthcare services to over 15,000 individuals across all age groups in the Tri-Valley area. The mission of Axis Community Health is to provide quality, affordable, accessible and compassionate health care services that promote the well-being of all members of the community.
Our mission is rooted in delivering high-quality patient care, encompassing primary healthcare, mental health support, and dental services. We are committed to ensuring equitable access to essential healthcare services for every member of our community, irrespective of financial status, language proficiency, sexual orientation, cultural background, living situation, or insurance coverage.
Job Summary:
The role of a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner is to provide direct patient care in accordance with board certification, utilizing clinical expertise in women’s and reproductive health and adhering to standardized procedures and evidence-based best practices. The position's responsibilities include collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, such as medical assistants, registered nurses, and clinic operations staff to deliver high quality, team-based care. The role also emphasizes patient education, culturally competent care, and addressing the diverse reproductive and gynecologic health needs of patient population in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
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Qualifications:
Nurse Practitioner degree from a recognized, accredited university.
One to two years’ experience working in primary care clinic setting.
Current valid California nursing and NP furnishing license in good standing and current DEA license.
Board certification or board eligibility with set date to take board exam required.
Expertise in women’s health, birth control and family planning, STI diagnosis and management, prenatal care and men’s sexual health.
Certified in IUD and Nexplanon insertion and removal, proficiency in performing endometrial biopsies preferred. Experience in comprehensive women’s health care is valued.
Ability to maintain accurate, clear, and legible clinical documentation, with proficiency in navigating and utilizing Electronic Health Records (EHRs).
Previous experience in prenatal care is preferred.
Experience with Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) is preferred.
Bilingual English-Spanish and/or other languages highly desirable.
Strong analytical, employee relations, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent writing, business communication, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to interact effectively and in a supportive manner with persons of all backgrounds.
Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently as well as on a team with the ability to exercise sound independent judgment.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and a professional demeanor and must positively represent the organization at all times.
Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships.
Must be able to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
Must be able to be at work regularly and on time.
Must be a dynamic self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently or in a group setting.
A can-do attitude, attention to detail, ability to organize and set priorities.
Ability to type a minimum of 35 WPM with minimal errors.
Must have good computer skills using Microsoft Office and the ability to use Axis departmental systems.
Must be able to use office equipment (i.e. copier, fax, etc.).
This position is part-time and requires 16 - 24 hours per week (0.4 - 0.6 FTE).
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Provide direct medical ambulatory care to patients within the scope of practice, including gynecologic and reproductive evaluations, diagnosis, treatment, referrals, and follow-up care to address the medical needs of clinical patients.
Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients.
Provide all services in accordance with accepted medical standards, organizational policies, contractual requirements, and in a manner that is responsive to the needs of all patients.
Maintain complete, accurate and legible medical records according to established protocols, completing documentation with Axis policy timelines.
Consults with collaborating physician and other medical professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues.
Participates in quality improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs, as required.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to state and federal guidelines and regulations.
Ensure that the clinical staff adheres to clinic protocols, to include patient flow and procedural matters.
Complete all assigned trainings, including compliance and cybersecurity, in a timely manner.
Serve as care team leader for assigned patients, providing guidance to support staff members as needed.
Maintain a high level of awareness of evolving medical practices and work in collaboration with the Medical Director to develop and implement new practices and protocols as appropriate.
Participate in company, Title X training, and Community Health Center Network meetings and activities where involvement of the clinical staff is required.
Participate in quality assurance, peer review and utilization review activities as assigned.
Maintain licenses and board certification, completing all required continuing education in a timely manner to ensure no lapse in licensure.
May be required to perform other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned.
Benefits:
Benefits eligibility are for providers who work 0.75-1.0 FTE (30-40 hours per week).
Employer paid health, dental, and vision benefits to the employee.
Option to participate in a 403(B) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
Loan repayment application – up to $50K for the first 2 years through the National Health Service Corp Program (HPSA score is 21).
12 paid holidays.
Accrued paid time off with each pay period.
Employee discount programs.
Colleague Referral Bonus Program.
As a Primary Care Provider with Axis Community Health you may qualify for up to $50,000 in loan repayment in exchange for a two-year service commitment.
Connect with Axis:
Company Page: https://www.axishealth.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/axiscommunityhealth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/axis-community-health
Annual Gratitude Report:https://issuu.com/axiscommunityhealth/docs/gratitudereport2024
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Work is normally performed in a typical clinic office work environment (and, in some cases, telecommuting sites). The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position if the accommodation request does not cause an undue hardship.
Physical: Occasionally required to carry/lift/push/pull/move up to 20lbs. Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing, writing, reaching over the shoulder, reaching over the head, reaching outward, sitting, walking on various surfaces, standing, and bending. Occasional travel to other Axis health centers and other occasional travel will be required.
Equipment: Frequently required to use repetitive motion of hands and feet to operate a computer keyboard, telephone, copier, and other office equipment for extended periods.
Sensory: Frequently required to read documents, written reports, and signage. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in answering the phone, interacting with staff etc. Must be able to speak clearly, understand normal communication, and be understood. Must be able to see clearly and have the ability to judge distances and spatial relationships to see objects where and as they actually are.
Cognitive: Must be able to analyze the information being received, count accurately, concentrate and focus on the given task, summarize the information being received, accurately interpret written data, synthesize information from multiple sources, write summaries as needed, interpret written or verbal instructions, and recognize social or professional behavioral cues.
Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to varied office (medical clinic/office) environments. Rare exposure to dust and loud noises.
Disclaimer: This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, Axis Community Health reserves the right to modify or change the requirements of the job based on business necessity.
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