Family Nurse Practitioner
Apply NowCompany: U.S Government
Location: Sonora, CA 95370
Description:
Summary:
If you're looking to start a rewarding career with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others and improve the overall well-being of the American Indian/ Alaskan Native population, MACT may be right for you. We value integrity, skill, and cultural compassion and are always looking for candidates that will help us fulfill our mission and continue to grow. We offer FT Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision. 403b Retirement. Professional Development and Student Loan Repayment Programs.
To provide medical treatment as indicated and required to eligible Health Program patients as the Health Program Facilities in Mariposa, Amador, Calaveras, and Tuolumne Counties, at such other locations as the Health Program may establish, and at such hospitals as may be utilized by Health Program patients. This position requires an awareness and keen appreciation of Indian traditions, customs and socioeconomic needs and the ability, at all times, to meet and deal effectively in contacts with Indian health and tribal organizations, which requires tact, courtesy, discretion, resourcefulness and good judgment in handling functions of a sensitive nature.
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Duties:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Provide primary health care and supportive counseling for medical problems to Native Americans, their family members and other members of the community in general medicine, pediatrics, gynecology, and family planning, and minor surgical procedures. 2. Evaluate and treat acute injuries and illnesses. 3. Provide preventative health services 4. Conduct and record physical examinations with assessment of normal and abnormal findings. 5. Maintain accurate medical records including appropriate tracking and follow-up. 6. Recognize cases that are beyond his/her professional capabilities and consult with Medical Director and/or clinic physician or follow clinic protocols. Assist clinic physician in updating of clinic protocols as needed. 7. Arrange all follow-up lab work, x-rays, outside patient care needs such as consultation with other specialized provider, and appointments with the Medical Receptionist. 8. Order and furnish drugs and devices according to standardized procedures, Federal Laws and Regulations, IHS Laws and Regulations, and California Laws and Regulations. 9. Participate in an after-hours call group to be arranged by the Medical Director. 10. Provide patient and family education for health promotion, risk management, and disease prevention. 11. Interface with community organizations, identify community resources, and assist patients and their families in utilizing resources. 12. Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills related to Indian Health Care by attending relevant continuing education courses. 13. Maintain licensure. 14. Act as a resource for staff and community in area of expertise. 15. Update Medical forms when appropriate. 16. Review and update clinic protocol. 17. Assist in inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment. 18. Participate in Quality Assurance Committee and maintains patient records according to QA guidelines. 19. In the event of occurrences such as; epidemic outbreaks, poisonings, fires, major accidents, deaths from unnatural causes, or other catastrophes and unusual occurrences which threaten the welfare, safety or health of patients, will be responsible for notifying the Department of Health Services, the local health department and the local fire authority as required. 20. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Current California license as a Family Nurse Practitioner. 2. Must be CPR Certified. MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must pass Occupational Health Screening. 2. Must possess a valid form of identification as listed on the U.S. Department of Justice I-9 form, verified using the E Verify system. 3. Clean DMV driving record and MACT auto insurance driving eligibility (determined by auto insurance carrier). DESIRED ABILITIES: 1. one-year supervisory experience in ambulatory clinic or equivalent. AMERICAN INDIAN PREFERENCE : Preference in filling of a vacancy will be given to qualified American Indian applicants in accordance with the Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, and Sections 472 & 473) and Public Law 93-638, provided the applicant has submitted appropriate verification of Indian preference for employment. Other than the aforementioned requirement, the MACT Health Board, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NOTICE OF DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT REQUIREMENT: MACT Health Board, Inc. is required to implement the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, 45 CFR Part 79, Subpart F. As such it is unlawful for employees to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance on the job site. Employees who are reasonably suspected of violating this act may be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. Employer required fitness examinations shall include drug testing as evidence of employee and employer compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Work Type:
Permanent, Full
Announcement #:
MACT REQ 1496
Who May Apply?
All Groups of Qualified Individuals
Get Details & Apply:
https://www.macthealth.org/careers Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
If you're looking to start a rewarding career with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others and improve the overall well-being of the American Indian/ Alaskan Native population, MACT may be right for you. We value integrity, skill, and cultural compassion and are always looking for candidates that will help us fulfill our mission and continue to grow. We offer FT Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision. 403b Retirement. Professional Development and Student Loan Repayment Programs.
To provide medical treatment as indicated and required to eligible Health Program patients as the Health Program Facilities in Mariposa, Amador, Calaveras, and Tuolumne Counties, at such other locations as the Health Program may establish, and at such hospitals as may be utilized by Health Program patients. This position requires an awareness and keen appreciation of Indian traditions, customs and socioeconomic needs and the ability, at all times, to meet and deal effectively in contacts with Indian health and tribal organizations, which requires tact, courtesy, discretion, resourcefulness and good judgment in handling functions of a sensitive nature.
More info about area:
https://www.macthealth.org/ Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
Duties:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Provide primary health care and supportive counseling for medical problems to Native Americans, their family members and other members of the community in general medicine, pediatrics, gynecology, and family planning, and minor surgical procedures. 2. Evaluate and treat acute injuries and illnesses. 3. Provide preventative health services 4. Conduct and record physical examinations with assessment of normal and abnormal findings. 5. Maintain accurate medical records including appropriate tracking and follow-up. 6. Recognize cases that are beyond his/her professional capabilities and consult with Medical Director and/or clinic physician or follow clinic protocols. Assist clinic physician in updating of clinic protocols as needed. 7. Arrange all follow-up lab work, x-rays, outside patient care needs such as consultation with other specialized provider, and appointments with the Medical Receptionist. 8. Order and furnish drugs and devices according to standardized procedures, Federal Laws and Regulations, IHS Laws and Regulations, and California Laws and Regulations. 9. Participate in an after-hours call group to be arranged by the Medical Director. 10. Provide patient and family education for health promotion, risk management, and disease prevention. 11. Interface with community organizations, identify community resources, and assist patients and their families in utilizing resources. 12. Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills related to Indian Health Care by attending relevant continuing education courses. 13. Maintain licensure. 14. Act as a resource for staff and community in area of expertise. 15. Update Medical forms when appropriate. 16. Review and update clinic protocol. 17. Assist in inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment. 18. Participate in Quality Assurance Committee and maintains patient records according to QA guidelines. 19. In the event of occurrences such as; epidemic outbreaks, poisonings, fires, major accidents, deaths from unnatural causes, or other catastrophes and unusual occurrences which threaten the welfare, safety or health of patients, will be responsible for notifying the Department of Health Services, the local health department and the local fire authority as required. 20. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Current California license as a Family Nurse Practitioner. 2. Must be CPR Certified. MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must pass Occupational Health Screening. 2. Must possess a valid form of identification as listed on the U.S. Department of Justice I-9 form, verified using the E Verify system. 3. Clean DMV driving record and MACT auto insurance driving eligibility (determined by auto insurance carrier). DESIRED ABILITIES: 1. one-year supervisory experience in ambulatory clinic or equivalent. AMERICAN INDIAN PREFERENCE : Preference in filling of a vacancy will be given to qualified American Indian applicants in accordance with the Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, and Sections 472 & 473) and Public Law 93-638, provided the applicant has submitted appropriate verification of Indian preference for employment. Other than the aforementioned requirement, the MACT Health Board, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NOTICE OF DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT REQUIREMENT: MACT Health Board, Inc. is required to implement the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, 45 CFR Part 79, Subpart F. As such it is unlawful for employees to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance on the job site. Employees who are reasonably suspected of violating this act may be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. Employer required fitness examinations shall include drug testing as evidence of employee and employer compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Work Type:
Permanent, Full
Announcement #:
MACT REQ 1496
Who May Apply?
All Groups of Qualified Individuals
Get Details & Apply:
https://www.macthealth.org/careers Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov