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Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to deliver comprehensive medical care to patients in their homes. This role involves conducting detailed health assessments, managing acute and complex medical conditions, and developing treatment plans while ensuring quality patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive medical care to patients in their homes
• Conduct detailed health assessments, examinations, and evaluations
• Diagnose and manage acute and complex medical conditions
• Develop treatment plans and coordinate appropriate follow-up care
• Perform clinical procedures including wound care, suturing, and splinting
• Order, interpret, and utilize diagnostic testing to guide patient care decisions
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding treatment plans and ongoing health management
• Document patient encounters thoroughly and accurately within established systems
• Participate in care coordination efforts to support continuity of care
• Engage in discussions regarding goals of care and treatment planning
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
• Adhere to clinical protocols, safety standards, and performance expectations
• Demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity in all patient interactions

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in Virginia
• National board certification
• Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to complete required driver training upon hire

Experience

• Minimum of two years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider
• Experience in settings such as Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Internal Medicine, Acute Care, Hospital Medicine, Family Practice, Cardiology, or Pulmonary Medicine

Skills

• Strong clinical skills in acute and complex medical management
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team
• Proficiency in using electronic health records for accurate documentation

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.