Purpose

The Advanced Practice Provider ensures appropriate comprehensive health care to support the clinical care team in achieving Neighborcare’s goals for quality care, productivity and patient satisfaction. Perform independent clinical activities, and collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants when appropriate to achieve quality patient care. Work in partnership and joint accountability with other lead team members to achieve Neighborcare’s Mission and Guiding Principles and goals.

Neighborcare Health offers a robust benefit package: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 18+ days of Paid Time Off, 9-Paid Holidays, Retirement with Matching, Life & AD&D, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, & More! This position is eligible for the Staff Referral Program. 

In this position you will:  

Provide patient centered preventative care, as well as diagnoses and treatment of acute and chronic conditions Identify the need for referrals and provide overall care coordination in a team-based setting Assure accurate and timely completion of all clinical records; Completion of paperwork in a team-based approach Completing necessary paperwork for patient care such as, prior authorizations and communications with outside specialists Timely response to communications and test results; Provide feedback to appropriate teams and/or individuals when necessary Maintain confidentiality of all client information. Attend required in service/training/staff meetings as scheduled. Perform other duties as assigned. Occasionally will need to have some flexibility in hours to meet the needs of the families, and schedule work hours throughout a calendar year.

Key Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Knowledge and understanding of Washington State confidentiality and consent regulations for adolescent health services Knowledge of community resources, including insurance and Medicaid eligibility requirements Knowledge of and proficient in the use of Excel, Word, and Outlook Knowledge of cultural and social determinants of health Ability to organize data, calendars, monthly reports, and feedback on activities Ability to develop relationships between Neighborcare Health, schools, and SBHCs to expand services and deliver resources Ability to meet and comply with HIPAA/Confidentiality policies and procedures Ability to willingly accept responsibility, organize and problem solve, and follow-up on tasks Ability to analyze patient care data Ability to listen actively and respond to patients, school staff, parents, and staff members in a timely, competent manner both verbally and non-verbally Ability to adapt to the needs of our patients and clinics Ability to manage projects with critical deadlines and goals Ability to effectively perform job duties under a high level of activity, difficult people, and a variety of conditions and restraints Ability to work independently or as part of a team, and take initiative, be flexible, and work in multiple settings Ability to follow written and verbal directions and to complete assigned tasks Ability to be detail oriented and multi-task Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand basic math Ability to learn from directions, observations and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment Ability to work with supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and or action/discipline Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable and timely attendance; ability to be reliable and punctual Ability to consistently demonstrate trustworthiness and respectful behavior Skill in oral, written and interpersonal communication Skill in time management Skill in applying the Neighborcare Health Customer Service Standards

Required Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program Active ARNP or Physician Assistant license by WA State DOH Active DEA licensure Board certified Current BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications:

2+ years of experience in the field of pediatric healthcare, preferably working with low income, multi-ethnic populations, school-based health, and/or developmental pediatrics Bilingual desirable Willingness to assist at multiple Neighborcare Health clinic sites  Valid Washington State driver’s license required and proof of automobile insurance

Our Mission

The mission of Neighborcare Health is to provide comprehensive health care to families and individuals who have difficulty accessing care; respond with sensitivity to the needs of our culturally diverse patients; and advocate and work with others to improve the overall health status of the communities we serve.

About our Service Commitments

Our service commitments were created by staff members, leaders, board members and patients. We use these as a guide and expectation for how we treat our patients and each other. You may learn more about our service commitments here, https://neighborcare.org/about-us/service-commitments/

Serving patients Serving each other A warm welcome Caring Respect Working together Trusting Relationship

About us

For 50 years, Neighborcare Health has been caring for our neighbors with essential medical and dental care, counseling, outreach, health education and more in Seattle, Vashon, and our newest dental clinic in Olympia! Our purpose is to improve health by engaging, educating, and empowering people in the communities we serve. We are looking to hire the best talent to support our culturally diverse workplace and community.

Compensation

The wage range for this position is a minimum $55.25/hour up to $76.58/hour maximum Compensation will be determined based on years of relevant experience

Union: No

Full job description will be provided during the interview process