Immediate Access Provider - APC / MD

Multnomah County (OR) • Portland, OR

304d • $61 - $78

About The Position

The Multnomah County Health Department is seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to join our team as the Integrated Clinical Services Immediate Access Provider. This role is crucial in providing same-day access to new and established patients, thereby reducing referrals to external urgent cares and emergency departments. The Immediate Access Provider will work with a clinical FTE of 0.8 for direct patient care and 0.2 for indirect patient care time. As a newly hired Advanced Practice Clinician, you will receive a signing bonus of $2,500 and a retention bonus of $2,000 after one year of continuous employment. This position is integral to ensuring care continuity in the primary care setting and does not have a patient panel.

Requirements

• Masters degree or equivalent in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Possession of a valid Nurse Practitioner license or Medical Doctor license.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• DEA certification.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated knowledge of general medicine and surgery principles.
• Ability to effectively screen and gather information in a culturally competent manner.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain composure in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive health assessments and clinical procedures, including physical and psychosocial history.
• Examine, diagnose, treat, and advise patients on medical and behavioral health problems.
• Prescribe and dispense medications; initiate and/or continue medical regimens for patients.
• Perform treatments such as suturing, routine excisions, biopsies, and wound care.
• Act as a representative on committees and provide consultation and education to partners.
• Analyze and review laws, regulations, and policies to ensure compliance.
• Seek clinical consultation from other clinicians as needed.
• Review tests and develop care plans to ensure continuity with primary care.
• Coordinate with primary care providers and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain licensure and current practice.

Benefits

• Signing bonus of $2,500 prorated based on FTE.
• Retention bonus of $2,000 prorated based on FTE after one year of employment.
• Eligibility for various loan repayment programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees