You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Company Overview
Our client company is dedicated to providing oversight for infusions in ambulatory infusion centers, emphasizing teamwork and comprehensive patient care.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide oversight for infusions being administered in their ambulatory infusion centers.
Key Responsibilities
- Ability to work as a team member with all members, collaborating with nurses and other NPs/MDs.
- Ability to perform as a provider and nursing functions as needed.
- Oversee the infusions being administered in the Ambulatory Infusion Center (AIC).
- Travel to other AICs when needed for adequate coverage for all AICs.
- Maintain strong knowledge of all existing and developing infusion therapies.
Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited nurse practitioner program.
- Active Nurse Practitioner (FNP) license in the state of practice.
- Experience in a family physician setting; possesses strong knowledge of chronic disease states as well as current and emerging therapies.
- BLS or ability to obtain upon hire.
- Proficient with MS Outlook, Word, Excel.
- Ability to cope with an ambiguous, changing environment while under pressure in a calm manner.
- Ability to work as a team member and develop productive and cooperative working relationships with all members of the team.
- Preferred experience in: Infusion centers, Rheumatology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Immunology, Oncology or hematology, Home infusion, Specialty pharmacy, Emergency or critical care nursing, PICC lines, ports, and IV access, Patient education regarding specialty medications.
Experience
- 1-2+ years of primary care or family practice experience.
- Experience caring for patients with complex chronic illnesses.
- Familiarity with specialty infusion medications and biologics.
- Confidence recognizing and responding to infusion reactions.
Skills
- Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel.
- Excellent teamwork and collaborative skills.
- Ability to manage and respond calmly to ambiguous and changing environments under pressure.
- Strong knowledge of chronic disease states, as well as current and emerging therapies.
- Patient-centered approach.
Education
- Graduate from an accredited nurse practitioner program.
- Active Nurse Practitioner (FNP) license in the state of practice.
- BLS certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
Additional Requirements
- Ability to travel to other Ambulatory Infusion Centers (AICs) for adequate coverage when needed.
- Availability to work Saturdays as needed (typically once a month, for a partial day).
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.
Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.
*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.
