Physican Assistant and/or Nurse Practitioner
Job Description Under the direction of the Medical Director; under the supervision of the Associate Medical Director and/or designated Physician, the Physician Assistant and/or Nurse Practitioner is responsible for:
Tasks
  • Provide direct patient care to Betances patients';
  • Adhere to documentation and quality standards set by new York State and any other standards implemented by the Medical Director;
  • Maintain an ongoing relationship with back-up hospital and its professionals;
  • Timely completion of charts, patient care forms and billing encounters with appropriate Physician approval;
  • Order and interpret laboratory tests and x-rays, and make diagnoses;
  • Collaborate and receive or provide supervision with other physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician and Medical Assistants and students as assigned by the Medical Director;
  • Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services, as delegated by physician;
  • Maintain active license and credentials;
  • Foster an environment that promotes trust and cooperation among patients and staff; maintain strict confidentiality concerning all patients and employee information;
  • Enforce clinic policies and procedures to ensure that the principles of Betances are implemented;
  • Participate in outreach activities, agency advocacy, and serve on ad hoc committees, as requested by Medical Director or designee;
  • Perform other duties as assigned by physician or designee.
Qualifications
  • Must be a NYS licensed Physician Assistant and/or Nurse Practitioner in good standing with all regulatory agencies;
  • 2-5 years experience in an ambulatory care setting with diverse population;
  • Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in a professional manner;
  • Bilingual- Spanish and/or Chinese preferred;
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written skills;
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate, supervise, train and work respectfully as a collaborative member of a team.

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