Job description

Nurse Practitioner Preferred

Physician Assistant Considered

New Graduates Welcome

Women's Health / Reproductive Health Experience Preferred

Valid Driver's License Required

Based at a home clinic site with travel to other sites expected for patient care and training.

JOB SUMMARY: Provide sexual & reproductive health care services to a broad-based population with supervision by the Associate Medical Director. Responsibilities include:

Provide skilled client care in the clinical setting including gynecological exams, screening and treatment of STIs, pregnancy options counseling, contraceptive advice and prescriptions, gender affirming hormone therapy, prenatal care, evaluation and management of early pregnancy complications, hypertension management, smoking cessation counseling, follow-up patient consultations, and evaluation of other medical conditions as per health center guidelines and client needs.
Provide abortion care services including medication abortion, patient counseling and provision of all forms of birth control, and occasional assistance with moderate sedation and recovery area supervision.
Perform medical screening procedures as appropriate for PPDE clients.
Perform physical examinations for sexual & reproductive health conditions as per Planned Parenthood Medical Standards and Guidelines.
Refer clients with abnormal conditions found on examination to Associate Medical Director, Medical Director and/or other providers or medical facilities as needed.
Order and interpret routine laboratory tests and develop follow-up plans for abnormal results.
Maintain productivity expectations, with expected patient load of 3-4 patients scheduled per hour.
Participate in in-service training, volunteer training and community education as assigned.
Accurately document all abnormal findings, referrals, follow-up plans, and prescriptions in the electronic medical record.
Provide skilled LARC services for patients requiring such services.
Participate in monitoring of quality and risk management activities, including audits and training.
Act as the clinical leader of the health center and in conjunction with the HCA Training Coordinator aid in proctoring and sign off of newly hired non-licensed clinical staff for clinical duties.

QUALIFICATIONS: To be successful, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily and demonstrate a constructive relationship with the Health Center Manager. Listed below are knowledge, skills and/or abilities required:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program / physician assistant program with Delaware state-mandated certifications / licensure.
Current Delaware license as an advanced practice registered nurse/physician assistant with prescriptive privileges.
Minimum of zero to two years’ experience as an advanced practice nurse/physician assistant, with experience and broad knowledge of family planning.
Professional, positive attitude with proven ability to contribute effectively to highly functioning work teams.

Physical Demands: All of the position functions listed within this position description involve to greater and lesser degrees the following physical demands: close vision; hearing/listening; clear speech; walking; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds; stooping; kneeling; bending; sitting; standing; and use of hands to finger, handle, and feel during examinations and using equipment.

Work Environment: Works in a diverse environment, builds productive relationships, and effectively works independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Performs tasks that involve exposure to blood, fluids, or tissues as well as cleaning solvents and other chemicals. Works in an environment where protestors may be present at work and related sites. Works an irregular schedule, which could include some weekends, early mornings and evenings. Job Type: Full-time. Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year.

Benefits: 401(k), Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Health insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance.

Work Location: In person, Wilmington, DE 19801.

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