Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant shifts

Job Details

Location:

Essex Junction, VT - Essex Junction, VT 05452

Position Type:
Part Time

Schedule:

2x12 shifts (24 hours per week)

Salary: $60.00 - $62.00 per hour

Travel:
None

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide health care services to patients and support medical and safety efforts at the site.

We are offering a $1,500 sign‑on bonus for this position.

• Provides first‑aid, medical treatment and appropriate follow‑up to occupationally ill or injured workers consistent with appropriate Workers’ Compensation standards and laws
• Provides first‑aid or minimal incidental care and treatment and appropriate follow‑up for non‑occupational conditions consistent with appropriate standards for an employer on‑site clinic and laws
• Performs regulatory testing, TB tests, immunizations, blood draws, EKGs, vision screening, audiograms, and drug testing if required
• Performs other wellness activities, flu shots, education and coaching for programs as requested
• Performs examinations for employee medical surveillance programs including new‑hire, fit‑for‑duty, return‑to‑work, or exit exams
• Provides return‑to‑work clearances as appropriate
• Performs effective case management follow‑up for injuries/illness and absences
• Provides counseling to employees on employment risk reduction initiatives as needed

• Maintains frequent communication with Medical Director and Work Care Supervisor regarding all clinic issues and client requests

• Maintains employee health records and databases
• Computes data entry of all employee demographic and health information
• Responsibly handles and guards Protected Health Information
• Follows all applicable HIPAA laws, regulations, and guidelines

• Develops and maintains good relationships with client management, medical and safety personnel, co‑workers and Work Care supervisors and managers
• Communicates with appropriate client management frequently
• Provides timely, accurate reporting as dictated by client, Work Care and by law

Perform additional duties and assume additional responsibilities as identified by manager for the efficient operation of Work Care.

• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in Vermont with national certification
• Must have unrestricted DEA license
• Current ACLS preferred
• Required BLS certification
• A minimum of 3 years advanced practice experience with prior occupational medicine preferred

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality
• Strong critical thinking skills; problem solving and decision making
• Gather data, compile information and prepare reports
• Manage multiple priorities with attention to detail and accuracy
• Create and edit written materials
• Communicate effectively to a variety of audiences
• Organize resources and establish priorities
• Cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and clients
• Strong time management, organizational, and follow‑through skills
• Meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals
• Work independently and assist other team members when needed
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality
• Make independent decisions in accordance with company policy and procedures and strong professional and clinical judgment and take initiative on issues that arise daily
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and on a team basis; extremely organized; able to manage multiple priorities

• Competent in the Windows operating system environment, Adobe Professional, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word,…