Description The Advanced Practice Provider (APRN / PA) is responsible for providing direct patient care and office procedures under direct, and at times, general supervision of the physician. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Greet patients with courtesy and respect. Answer questions and direct requests appropriately and efficiently. · Provide direct patient care in the office, under the direction and in accordance with supervising physician. · Document care provided in the office setting within 24 hours. · Provide physician examination(s). · Obtain patient medical, social and family history, drug allergies, current medications and vital signs. · Set up and provide/assist with office surgical procedures; remove sutures, staples, change dressings. · Establish presumptive diagnoses and be responsible under the physician’ supervision for the management of the patient’s problems following diagnosis. · Initiate appropriate laboratory, radiologic and special examinations for tests required for the evaluation of illness and prepared written summary of care. · Communicate with patients by phone or letter regarding their problems, after consultation with the supervising physician. · Review patient records and educate patient(s) and family members regarding visit, examination, treatment and medications, side effects, procedures (including written pre and post-op care) and testing. · Answer incoming telephone calls as needed and · take message if appropriate and document, · determine status of patient’s symptoms and direct care accordingly. (i.e. inform doctor if immediate care is needed, offer work-in versus routine appointment, and refer patient to emergency room for emergent issues) · Schedule all surgeries on physician schedule and with concerned facilities, assistant physicians, etc. · Schedule pre-operative x-rays and laboratory work. · Report laboratory and x-ray results to patient, after physician instruction. · Prescribe and/or adjust prescription medications, in accordance with education and management protocols. · Adjust schedules according to physician’s request. · Clean and sterilize instruments. · Anticipate departmental needs and improve office efficiency by assisting other staff as necessary. · Complete office/hospital charge slips with appropriate diagnosis/CPT code and submit for data entry. · In absence of physician, the APRN/PA is the responsible provider in the office, per physician agreement. · Assist in the training of health care personnel in certain diagnostic, therapeutic and clinical techniques, as directed by the supervising physician. · As a role model in the department, the APRN/PA must remain professional at all times. Avoid gossip and work to ensure equality and calmness amongst all staff members. · Maintain all licenses and certifications, including maintaining the prescribed hours of medical education program attendance. · Maintain compliance with attached collaborative agreement with physician and MCC. CORPORATE CULTURE RESPONSIBILITIES · Follow established corporate and department-specific policies and procedures · Attend all corporate and department-specific required training. · Uphold MCC’s Purpose, Values, and Vision. · Abide by MCC’s Corporate Culture Responsibilities. · Perform other duties as may be assigned cheerfully and willingly. Requirements EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS • Successful Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program • Licensure (or in the process of obtaining licensure) in the state of Florida as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse • Active DEA license not required prior to hire; however, supervising physician will communicate if this is required and the protocols for utilization. • New graduates are welcome and considered for this position. • Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES · Displays customer services skills, strong interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Be a person of integrity and character, willing to embrace change and make a positive impact in the lives of patients and co-workers. · Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner. · Displays computer proficiency (i.e. PC windows and MS Office environment) and ability to quickly learn new applications. · Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures within nursing field. · Proficient in use of English language both in written and verbal communication. · Must be able to communicate with individuals of varying socio-economic backgrounds. · Displays ability of giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. · Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS · Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Sedentary (exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally) · Standing/Walking: Frequently · Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from ¾ of the time · Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods. · Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions. · Ability to work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, and walking) for extended periods of time.