ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The health services that became the Anthony L Jordan Health Corporation (Jordan Health) began more than 100 years ago, in 1904. As one of the first 5 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) established in the nation, its roots are steeped in service to those who face barriers to health and health care, meeting their need for comprehensive medical, dentistry, behavioral health, and community services. Starting in northeast Rochester, NY, Jordan Health has since expanded to become a network of primary care offices and health centers serving residents living in three quadrants of Rochester, NY and in Canandaigua, N.Y.

Jordan Health is now seeking an APP who, under the guidance of the Chief Medical Officer, is primarily responsible for functioning as a member of a medical team to provide comprehensive care and education to patient and families. Assists families in identifying community resources, reducing barriers to access care utilizing support systems. Coordinates services for high-risk, multi-problem families.

If you want to apply your specialized experience and education in an environment where you can make a difference and significantly impact patients’ quality of life, please consider our APP opportunity.

The APP will ensure that:

· Confidential, comprehensive, health care services are provided respectfully and empathetically to all patients.

· That highest quality of patient-centered care is delivered.

· The physical, social and emotional health of patients and their families are fostered.

· Patient access to care is enhanced.

Education and Experience Required:

· Must have completed an advance educational program which was registered by the New York State Education Department or one determined to be equivalent by the New York State Education Department. The education program must be one that prepared the registered professional nurse to provide primary health care services.

Licenses and Certifications:

· Certified or eligible for certification in a specialty which includes the performance of primary health care services such as American Nurses’ Association, The Nurses’ Association of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologist and the National Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Associates.

OR

· Graduate of an AMA approved PA program and board eligibility or board certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physical Assistant is required.

· Must possess a current NYS license.

· Adequate knowledge of assigned area as demonstrated by attaining certification by ANA as a Physician Assistant or within two years of employment and maintaining certification.

Special Skills, Knowledge Required:

· Ability to work well with patients.

· Ability to deliver nursing care through health promotion teaching or counseling, technical expertise, crisis intervention and evaluation of the client’s response to the nursing interventions.

Benefits: Jordan Health offers a competitive salary and full benefits offering including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 403b retirement plan. We offer Professional Development allowance.

Jordan Health offers equal opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

About Jordan Health:

Jordan Health is an independent FQHC, with Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) designation through the National Committee on Quality Assurance. Jordan Health receives funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Jordan Health is a network of outpatient primary care offices with providers who follow a panel of patients. While independent, Jordan Health actively collaborates with the major hospital and healthcare systems in our operating area to provide a total safety net of healthcare services.

Sign on Bonus for Full-time $2,500-Sign on Bonus for Part-Time $1,250