Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice

Committed to Our Community in the Heart of the Redwoods. Removing Barriers to Healthcare Access

ECHC Eureka Community Health Center

Pediatrician Compensation: $234,635.20 to $267,624.00

Are you ready to practice medicine where your work truly matters? Open Door Community Health Centers (ODCHC) is seeking a dedicated Physician to join our team of compassionate professionals committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to all.

At Open Door, we believe health care is a human right — not a privilege. As a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center, we serve patients of all ages and backgrounds, regardless of their ability to pay. We meet people where they are, providing primary care that is inclusive, culturally responsive, and community-centered.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver full-scope outpatient care to a diverse patient population
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure whole-person care
• Participate in quality improvement, peer review, and mentorship
• Support students and residents as part of our educational mission if desired.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and full benefits
• Generous PTO and CME allowance
• Eligibility for federal and state loan repayment programs
• Supportive, team-based environment focused on equity and access
• Opportunity to live and work in one of California’s most beautiful regions — home to redwoods, rivers, coastline, and tight-knit communities

What We’re Looking For:

• California medical license and DEA
• Board Certification (or eligibility)

We are recruiting clinicians who are motivated by our mission to provide comprehensive integrated team-based care to all residents of this diverse rural and underserved area.

SUMMARY:

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant assesses and evaluates the health care needs of patients, performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, institutes and manages care for patients, and performs related work as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Takes patient histories and performs complete physical examinations of patients.

· Assesses the clinical status of patients.

· Orders and performs laboratory and screening tests in accordance with approved protocols or standardized procedures.

· Consults with physician supervisor as necessary and refers cases as appropriate.

· Formulates clinical assessment based upon clinical findings, plans, and coordinates care.

· Recommends and/or administers treatment or medications as approved.

· Provides and evaluates patient care according to adopted protocols and quality assurance program criteria.

· Participates in on-going evaluation, quality assurance, required trainings, peer review, provider meetings and other clinical meetings.

· Educates patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.

· Mentors peers and teaches students and residents when requested.

· Reviews and prepares protocols for use by staff.

· Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.

· Participates in after-hour call coverage.

· Responds to patient or co-worker complaints and works toward a positive resolution of any dispute.

· Serves as a member of site committees when requested.

· Identifies problems related to patient services and makes recommendations for improvement.

· Adheres to established clinical protocols, procedures, and attendance policy.

· Assists in updating clinical protocols and procedures when requested.

· Other duties and responsibilities as designated by supervisor.

We are recruiting clinicians who are motivated by our mission to provide comprehensive integrated team-based care to all residents of this diverse rural and underserved area.

SUMMARY:

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant assesses and evaluates the health care needs of patients, performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, institutes and manages care for patients, and performs related work as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Takes patient histories and performs complete physical examinations of patients.

· Assesses the clinical status of patients.

· Orders and performs laboratory and screening tests in accordance with approved protocols or standardized procedures.

· Consults with physician supervisor as necessary and refers cases as appropriate.

· Formulates clinical assessment based upon clinical findings, plans, and coordinates care.

· Recommends and/or administers treatment or medications as approved.

· Provides and evaluates patient care according to adopted protocols and quality assurance program criteria.

· Participates in on-going evaluation, quality assurance, required trainings, peer review, provider meetings and other clinical meetings.

· Educates patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.

· Mentors peers and teaches students and residents when requested.

· Reviews and prepares protocols for use by staff.

· Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.

· Participates in after-hour call coverage.

· Responds to patient or co-worker complaints and works toward a positive resolution of any dispute.

· Serves as a member of site committees when requested.

· Identifies problems related to patient services and makes recommendations for improvement.

· Adheres to established clinical protocols, procedures, and attendance policy.

· Assists in updating clinical protocols and procedures when requested.

· Other duties and responsibilities as designated by supervisor.