Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Part-Time

Job DetailsJob Location: Scotts Valley, CA - Scotts Valley, CA 95066Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $88.00 - $90.00 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: 20 hours per week; day shift.

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, 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.
Provides emergency medical treatment and life saving measures if 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.

Performs additional duties and assumes additional responsibilities as identified by supervisor for the efficient operation of WorkCare.

QualificationsEducation and Experience

Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in California with national certification in the state applying to
Must have unrestricted DEA license
Current ACLS/BLS certifications
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 15 pounds.

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

This position has an hourly pay range of $88 - $90 per hour. Final compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. 

Benefits for this position include pro-rated PTO and 401K. 

The preceding statements describe the general job responsibilities and individual’s qualifications inherent to this position. These are not intended to be construed as exhaustive lists. To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, accurately, and safely. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. This job description may be reevaluated and/or modified at any time without notice.

Every qualified individual has the same opportunity for recruitment, hire, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.