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Physician Extenders (PAs & APRNs) Physician Extenders (PAs & APRNs) are expected to work as an integral part of the PrimeCare team, helping to provide quality care to our patients in a time-appropriate manner. The following are responsibilities, requirements, and expectations of a PrimeCare Physician Extender:
Responsibilities
Job-Specific Duties Express critical thinking skills by asking appropriate questions and thoroughly reviewing patient informationGive appropriate medical advice to patients; exercise care and thoughtful considerationPerform blood draws, IVs, EKGs, PFTs, I&Ds, and other proceduresUse eCW templates effectively to help ensure accuracy and billing collectionsChart appropriately and efficiently in patient's progress noteAddress patient telephone calls, labs, and refill requests in a timely mannerMaintain all licensure for ability to work in the clinic, including medical license, DEA, CPR certification, and others as requiredRead, analyze, and interpret practice standards, professional journals, technical procedures, and government standards and regulationsEncourage team on shift to comply with all policies and procedures, set the toneHelp direct staff and patients during emergencies of any kindSet Others up for Success Anticipate, listen and respond to customer needs in a courteous, tactful mannerFollow up and provide feedback in a timely and respectful mannerDemonstrate conservation and responsible use of resources; treat property with respectMaintain composure, great attitude, and moral integrity under pressureCommunicate effectively and work cooperatively with team members, vendors, and patientsPresent a positive image of PCMC through professional appearance and behaviorInspire Others: Don't just bring your best game, bring others' best games Willingly serve others; try to make others' jobs easierRecognize and support the skills and qualities of othersBe "in the moment" and think critically during patient and co-worker interactionsAddress problems/offer correction in a constructive manner, receive correction wellBe open to additional responsibilityTake Initiative: Action is better than inaction; See a problem, do something about it—we trust you Perform all required opening/closing duties; ensure self and work station are ready when shift startsConsistently arrive on schedule and stay until responsibilities are completedTake ownership of responsibilities and actions; anticipate consequences of actions and learn from mistakesDisplay personal drive for high quality work; be industrious with work timeRequest assistance as needed, delegate tasks as appropriateUse professional judgment in providing information situationally while staying sensitive to individual and organizational concernsKnow, understand, and abide by the policies and procedures of PCMCEnsure confidentiality of sensitive information, comply with HIPAA regulationsPromote a healthy and safe workplace by following OSHA regulationsInnovate: Bring ideas, embrace change Identify personal areas of development and seek opportunities for personal and professional growthContinually strive to suggest and implement ways to improve team, clinic, and PrimeCare's performanceRespond positively to and actively engage with new processes and proceduresOther duties as needed or required Requirements Medical degree from accredited universityActive medical licensure in good standing in the state of ArkansasAble to work evenings and weekendsFT: Work a minimum of 30 hours per week, up to 40 or above, depending on clinic needsExcellent customer service skillsOutstanding communication skillsAbility to read and write English according to proper grammar rulesPatience, sound judgment, and discretion dealing with confidential information Organizational and multitasking skillsExperience with computer data entryPreferred:
Knowledge of EHR systemsKnowledge of medical terminology, regulations, and medical office proceduresWorking conditions & Physical Requirements While performing the responsibilities of the job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the job holder will encounter:
High traffic work area, high level of patient and employee interactionQuiet to moderate noise level from electronic/machine, telephone, and vocal noiseLimited to moderate risk of occupational exposure to blood-borne pathogens and other potentially infectious materialsVery occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts (i.e., fax machine toner cartridge replacement, etc.)Employee will be required to speak to and listen to othersEmployees will be required to process, remember, and comply with changes in processes and protocols with or without warningMajority of time may be spent standing, walking, or sitting; using a computer; using hands and fingers to perform job tasks; some reaching is required; many job functions require repetitive motionVision abilities required to perform this job include close vision and peripheral visionEmployees will rarely be asked to lift anything above 25lbs; may occasionally be required to help team-lift a patientAttendance will be required at staff meetings on a monthly basis outside of regular working hours (generally, early morning)Travel may occasionally be required to attend meetings or to cover for teammates at other locations (generally, at other PrimeCare clinic locations)Employees are strongly encouraged to attend non-mandatory company events for marketing and team-buildingReasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the jobThis job has no supervisory responsibilities. Employees in this position will report to a Supervising or Collaborating Physician and the Clinic Manager. Supervision is minimal to moderate and employees are expected to help each other comply with policies and procedures.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position, but rather a way for the employee to take initiative as part of the PrimeCARE team. All PrimeCare employees are expected to help his/her co-workers in creating a balanced and servant-hearted working environment.
