You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

The Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner) will provide and coordinate primary care to health plan members to achieve our client's mission of keeping seniors healthy and independent.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide care to an assigned panel of members (patients) in their place of residence, most commonly in senior living communities or skilled nursing facilities. This includes conducting physical/wellness exams and assessments; occasional urgent medical visits and telephonic triage to ensure timely, appropriate care and hospital avoidance if possible; administering vaccines; ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests; initiating goals of care conversations with patients and their loved ones; and chronic disease management.
• Identify patient healthcare needs and develop a comprehensive plan of care for the patient, their family, and living-community staff.
• Collaborate with our case management team to ensure members have timely access to necessary and appropriate services.
• Independently manage visitation schedule in line with established practice protocols and adjust schedule based on members’ needs and acuity.
• Engage with Primary Care Physicians and other healthcare professionals in a collaborative relationship aimed at disease prevention, health promotion, and chronic disease management. Partner closely with Primary Care Physicians for clinical oversight and guidance.
• Connect with specialists, hospitals, ancillary care providers, and community-based organizations to ensure continuity of care and promote shared decision-making while advocating for members.
• Actively monitor and quickly address clinical quality gaps in care in partnership with other care providers.
• Document member visits and interactions in a timely manner according to established practice protocols.
• Serve as an ongoing direct resource for members and their families, as well as for their communities and support staff.
• Participate with business development and growth teams in community events to build member awareness and educate local communities.
• Initiate and complete virtual health visits with members as needed to promote accurate triaging and reduce drive time.
• Participate in an on-call program available to members after hours and on weekends.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
• Contribute to team efforts to meet quality healthcare goals by closing care gaps, attending high-risk group discussions, and optimizing clinical workflows and protocols.
• This position is a patient-facing role.
• Actively support the achievement of the organization’s vision and goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the treatment of complex chronic diseases, such as dementia, diabetes, heart failure, and COPD.
• Ability to identify healthcare needs and refer/coordinate with other resources and programs appropriately.
• Comfortable initiating goals of care and end-of-life discussions.
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Adaptable, open to change, and strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Knowledge of wound care and management (preferred).

Experience

• Primary care, managing chronic conditions / Geriatrics background preferred.
• Hospice, palliative, or nursing care experience a plus.
• Specialization or education in Adult/Geriatric medical care preferred.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and a change-agent mindset to build relationships with healthcare teams and patients.
• Proficient with basic technology (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, EMR systems) and open to adopting new tools.
• Athena EMR experience a plus.
• Multilingual/Multicultural skills are a plus.

Education

• Master’s degree with Nurse Practitioner Certificate OR Master’s from an accredited PA program.
• A comparable combination of education, experience, and/or training will be considered equivalent to the education listed above.

Certifications

• Wound Care Certificate and Palliative Care Certificate a plus.

State License

• Current Arizona (AZ) Nurse Practitioner license OR Arizona (AZ) Physician Assistant Certification (PA-C) in good standing (or ability to obtain prior to hire).

Additional Requirements

• This is a field-based role within the assigned local territory.
• Travel 75%+ of the time within the assigned local territory; valid driver’s license, active automobile insurance, and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch; ability to bend, reach, lift, pull, push, and carry up to 10 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Participation in an on-call program available to members after hours and on weekends.
• Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Hours Per Week

40 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm)

Start Date

ASAP

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.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

^*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.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Care Management 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: accessing financial and confidential information, access and handling of patient medical records, providing medical care inside a patient’s residential address, driving, prescription and other drug access and administration, and working with 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.