Join the VitalCore Health Strategies Team in Massachusetts!
We're people who are fueled by passion, not by profit. VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a
Full-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at our Regional Office in Hopkinton, MA. At
VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.
NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT BENEFITS PACKAGE: - Holiday Pay: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Short Term/Long Term Disability
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
- 401K & Plan Matching
- PTO
- Annual Incentive Bonus
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT POSITION SUMMARY The Administrative Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides remote and administrative clinical support for patients by managing the queues within the facility's Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. The NP is responsible for reviewing and addressing lab results, diagnostic/consultation reports, medication refill requests and patient-related tasks that do not require an in person visit. This role ensures continuity of care and supports the onsite clinical team in delivering timely and appropriate medical services in a correctional setting.
NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Work closely with Regional Office medical team to work on initiatives aimed at improving the quality of care delivery to patients.
- Utilize the EHR to review site level queues daily for all MADOC facilities.
- Provide non-formulary support as needed.
- Conducts chart reviews/audits as needed.
- Participate in clinical case review for complex or chronic care patients.
- Create and present educational material as needed.
- Conduct medical provider new employee orientation.
- Collaborate with healthcare staff for coordination of care.
- Complete special projects as needed.
- Stay up to date with ACA/NCCHC Guidelines and recommendations.
- Provide site level support in a correctional setting up as required by contract needs.
- Provide strong clinical judgement and attention to detail.
- Provide clinical services at sites, as required.
- Maintain excellent written communication and documentation.
- Effectively manage high volume tasks.
- Maintain proficiency of clinical documentation in the designated electronic health record system.
- Other duties as assigned.
NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - Independently licensed with at least 5 years of experience.
- Graduate of an accredited college / university with current certification / licensure in the state of employment.
- Maintains required annual licensure and credentialing requirements for a Nurse Practitioner.
- Maintains an active CPR certification.
- Must be fluent in English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding.
- Must be a supportive team member, who contributes to and demonstrates teamwork and team concept.
- Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Able to deal tactfully with personnel, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Possess leadership and supervisory ability and be able to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
Keywords: NP, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, np, ARNP
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