Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner – Advanced Illness Management APP (AIM)

Advanced Practice Provider (APP) - Palliative Care NP or PA-C

Center for Primary Care

Who we are:

For over 30 years the Center for Primary Care (CPC) has cared for families in the CSRA by providing patients with the most convenient, accessible, and personal healthcare available. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of the families we serve by providing compassionate and high-quality care in a joyful setting. The physicians, healthcare professionals, and support team at our 9 practices, plus laboratory, imaging, and corporate locations work to transform our mission into action. As our provider base expands, we are looking for Nurse Practitioners and Physicians Assistants who will provide excellence in the delivery of patient care and foster healthy relationships.

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At Center for Primary Care, we understand that the work environment is as important as the hard work you do. Center for Primary Care is Great Place to Work Certified which means our employees share feedback on their work culture experiences and we listen and strive to create positive employee experiences centered on joy, trust, and belonging.

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Benefits for you and your family:

Coverage that cares for body, mind, and spirit.

Comprehensive benefits including no charge medical visits at Center for Primary Care locations.

Mental Health Support Services.

Retirement plan with generous employer match and profit sharing.

Paid Time Off including Paid Parental Leave.

Advanced Practice Provider - Advanced Illness Management (AIM)

Key Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

The Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner will provide advanced palliative care to patients in their homes, helping them achieve the highest quality of life possible while managing complex medical needs.

• Provide patient-centered palliative care to adults with advanced, life-limiting progressive and terminal illness.
• Provide initial and ongoing clinical assessment for patients with advanced and/or progressive medical conditions.
• Assess patients' needs, in conjunction with patients' wishes, and establish goals of care and recommend treatments and therapies that manage symptoms.
• Collaborate with primary care provider, specialist, Population Health Transitional Care Management and Chronic Care Management, patients, and their families to effectively manage the palliative care needs of the patient; including emotional, spiritual, coordination of care, and bereavement support.
• Facilitate referrals for additional care services when appropriate.
• Prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with professional standards.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

All essential functions must be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions . The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Examples listed do not preclude the performance of other duties similar in nature or in level of complexity.

Qualifications for Success:

Education, License/Certification, and Experience Requirements

Education:Master's degree from an accredited nurse practitioner / physician assistant program required.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Required:

• Current unencumbered license to practice as a Certified Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) required.
• Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance coverage.

Experience: Three years of experience as a Family Medicine NP / PA. Experience in a hospice or palliative care setting, preferred.

Additional Job Details:

Work Setting: On-site and home visits

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Weekdays as determined by supervisor with shared on call coverage

Location: Corporate-Augusta, GA

Compensation: Market competitive base pay, commensurate with education and experience.

Center for Primary Care is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Center for Primary Care is a Drug-Free Workplace employer.