Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Job DetailsJob Location: Essex Junction, VT - Essex Junction, VT 05452Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeSalary Range: $52.00 - $62.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category: Nurse Practitioner-Physician AssistantJob Summary

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide health care services to patients and as needed to support medical and safety efforts at site.

Schedule: 3x12 hour shifts 8:00am - 8:30pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


Employee Care, Treatment and Testing:


Provides first-aid, medical treatment and appropriate follow-up to occupationally ill/injured workers consistent with appropriate Workers’ Compensation standards and laws
Provides first-aid or minimal incidental care and treatment and appropriate follow-up for non-occupational conditions consistent with appropriate standards for an employer on-site clinic and laws.
Performs regulatory testing, TB tests, immunizations, blood draws, EKG’s, vision screening, audiograms, and drug testing if required.
Performs other wellness activities, flu shots, education and coaching for programs as requested.
Performs examinations for employee medical surveillance programs including new hire, fit-for-duty, return-to-work, or exit exams.
Provides return-to-work clearances as appropriate.
Performs effective case management follow-up for injuries/illness and absences
Provides counseling to employees on employment risk reduction initiatives as needed


Clinic Management

Maintains frequent communication with Medical Director and WorkCare Supervisor regarding all clinic issues and client requests


Medical Records and Private Health Information

Maintains employee health records and databases
Computer data entry of all employee demographic and health information
Responsibly handles and guards Protected Health Information
Follows all applicable HIPAA laws, regulations, and guidelines


Client Interaction:

Develops and maintains good relationships with client management, medical and safety personnel, co-workers and WorkCare supervisors and managers
Communicates with appropriate client management frequently
Provides timely, accurate reporting as dictated by client, WorkCare and by law



QualificationsEducation and Experience


Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in Vermont with national certification.
Must have unrestricted DEA license.
Current ACLS preferred.
Required BLS certification.
A minimum of 3 years advanced practice experience with prior occupational medicine preferred.


 

Skills and Competencies


Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
Strong critical thinking skills; problem solving, and decision making.
Must have the ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to create and edit written materials.
Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and clients.
Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
Ability to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals.
Ability to work independently as well as assisting other team members when needed.
Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with company policy and procedures and strong professional and clinical judgment; and take initiative on issues that arise daily.
Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and on a team basis; extremely organized; able to manage multiple priorities.


 

Computer Skills


Must be competent in the Windows operating system environment, Adobe Professional, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and learn other software as needed.


 

Physical Demands


Requires sitting for long periods of time, working at a desk.
Some bending and stretching could be required.
Working under stress and use of computer/phone required.
Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard.
Occasionally may be required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.
May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to navigate uneven surfaces.


 

Work Environment


Mainly indoor, office environment conditions.
The noise level is usually moderate.
Air quality is good and temperature is controlled.
Normal medical clinic environment.


 

 

The hourly pay range for this position is $52.00 - $62.00 per hour. Final compensation offered to the final candidate within this range depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience,