Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice

Job purpose

Under the supervision of the nursing supervisor, the Medical Assistant is responsible for providing quality patient care by assessing their medical history, taking vital signs, and performing necessary laboratory, health screening procedures and assists the medical providers with patient care.

Duties and responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient assessment, vital signs, EKG, figure stick for Hemoglobin, blood glucose levels, perform urine dipstick and pregnancy test when needed
• Perform accurate EHR documentation.
• Obtain blood specimen from a patient by means of vein puncture of skin puncture according to standard clinic protocol and procedure.
• Administer injection/ immunization as ordered by a medical provider.
• Maintain cleanliness of the exam room by utilizing infection control techniques.
• Ensure exam rooms are stocked with necessary supplies and instruments.
• Check Refrigerator temperature twice daily and record it on the temperature log.
• Work as a team player and be willing to assist other clinical when needed.
• Manage other duties as assigned.

Job Summary

Chinatown Service Center is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are actively looking for a family practice physician. Family practice physicians are usually the first point of contact for people seeking medical care. These doctors must be able to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of conditions, ranging from broken bones to more exotic illnesses. Family physicians often care for families across generations and are an integral part of many people's lives. In cases where more specialized medical care is needed, a family practice physician will refer their patient to another physician for more focused care.

Job Responsibilities

• Record patient history, perform or request diagnostic tests and make diagnoses.
• Prescribe appropriate treatment, administering vaccinations and performing follow-up examinations, as well as educating patients in disease prevention and health maintenance.
• Provide individual patient instruction in accordance to prescribe treatment plan.
• Prepare medical records, clinical reports and correspondences.
• Supervise allied health professionals, such as nurses, physician assistants and medical assistants as assigned.
• Attend conferences and seminars when requested and comply with continuing education requirements

Job purpose

Chinatown Service Center (CSC) is a multi-service, community health center, which provides compassionate, multi-lingual, and culturally sensitive care to Chinatown, San Gabriel Valley, and beyond. Our mission is to provide outstanding services and advocacy that promote a better quality of life and equal opportunity for immigrants and other communities.

Under the Chief Medical Officer's supervision, the NP is responsible for providing high-quality patient care by utilizing his/her medical knowledge and patient care skills. Under the California Nurse Practice Act, the NP would perform primary health, pediatric and family planning services to patients. He/She is also responsible for conducting medical records audits and attending Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Committee meetings.

Duties and responsibilities

A. Patient Care

· Review patient files/records, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status.

· Elicits and records information about the 'patient's medical history.

· Examines patients for symptoms or physical information.

· Orders and executes various test analyses and diagnoses condition of the patient.

· Administers or prescribes treatments.

· Determines and prescribes medication, dosage, and schedule, given the patient's condition and allergies.

· Discusses any possible side effects of medication or immunization with patient and parent.

· Prescribes and administers vaccinations to immunize patients from communicable diseases.

· Promotes health by advising patients and parents about diet, hygiene, and methods to prevent diseases.

· Conducts patient’s visits, including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and action plan.

· Follows up with patient regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases.

· Conducts physical examinations to provide the information needed for school admission, consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage.

· Dispensing medications to patients as needed.

B. Program Evaluation and Quality Management

· Document reports under guidelines according to legal, medical, and clinic protocols.

· Assist management in drafting patient education materials.

· Analyze and recommend changes in medical procedures, protocols, and policies.

· Provide training to staff in medical procedures and protocols.

· Oversee the quality control checklist to ensure it is updated and accurate.

· Attend weekly clinic staff meetings, committee meetings, and other department meetings.

· Maintain the necessary educational requirements for the NP license.

· Attend workshops and training sessions as appropriate and as required.

· Available to participate in any clinic outreach activities or agency-wide events, as requested.

· Prepare and provide health education as needed.

C. HIPAA Compliance and Safety

· Maintain the privacy of all patient, employee, and volunteer information and access such information only on a need to know basis for business purposes.

· Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations by reporting unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful behavior or activity.

· Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices.

· Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.

· Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury-free environment.

· Be familiar with the location of the nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits.

· Follow all infection control procedures, including blood borne pathogen protocols.

· Respond promptly and with caring actions to patients. Acknowledge psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural beliefs and honor these beliefs.

· Maintain a professional working relationship with all levels of staff, clients, and the public.

· Be part of a team and cooperate in accomplishing department goals and objectives.

D. Other duties as assigned.

• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vacation and Sick Pay
• Vision insurance
• Holiday Pay

• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vacation and Sick Pay
• Vision insurance
• Holiday Pay

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance