APP - FAMILY PRACTICE (NURSE PRACTITIONER OR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT)

The purpose of this position is to provide high quality medical services within the scope of family medicine which encompasses all ages, both sexes, each organ system and every disease entity. Responsible for the provision of comprehensive primary and preventive health care services to patients in a primary medical care ambulatory clinic or telehealth setting (in collaboration with a physician if applicable). 

• Makes initial assessment and diagnosis of the patient's health status; performs physical examination.
• Obtains appropriate diagnostic tests and x-rays; interprets findings; provides routine medical care and treatment.
• Prescribes medications to the extent allowable by state guidelines and clinic regulations.
• Provides general health education regarding matters such as proper diet, family planning, emotional problems of daily living and health maintenance.
• Develops and implements patient care plans, instructs and counsels patients, and records progress.
• Exercises professional judgment regarding consultation with supervising physicians concerning appropriate treatment. 
• Refers patients to other provider or care staff within the Center or for referral to outside specialists for consultative services as may be required for the patient’s well-being.
• Works a regularly planned clinic schedule and maintains a level of productivity in keeping with Medicare and other guidelines while maintaining the highest quality of care for the patients.
• As an employee of a federally qualified health center, sees all scheduled patients regardless of race, ethnicity, social or economic designation and will demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and needs.
• Responsible for accurate, timely, and complete documentation in patient records.
• Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others.

• Performs therapeutic procedures, such as immunizations, injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Assists physician, as required, for emergency treatment and more complex procedures.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

Work Experience: Minimum of Five years' experience required in NP or PA role, preferably within ambulatory care or internal medicine setting. Experience working with diverse populations of all ages, including patients experiencing homelessness or who are HIV positive, is preferred.

Education, Certification and Licensure: Obtain and possess licensure in the State of Alaska as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant and unrestricted DEA certification, meet minimum CME requirements as per licensing board on a yearly basis and maintain CPR/BLS certification. 

Additional Skills & Knowledge: Bilingual preferred. Interpersonal skills that demonstrate compassion and the ability to effectively communicate and treat diverse cultures and people.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to perform physical examinations and procedures; reach with hands and arms; fine motor control; and see, talk or hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work is performed in a healthcare clinic and office setting. Occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials may reasonably be anticipated during the performance of patient care duties.   

ANHC is a tobacco-free campus.

Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Persons alleging unequal treatment should contact the Chief Human Resources Officer.

The undersigned have read this job description and agree that it defines the position as it currently exists.  The undersigned also understands that the above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job.  It is not to be considered as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional duties at the discretion of the supervisor.