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Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Employer
QuadMed Onsite Health and Wellness
Location
Flushing, NY
Closing date
May 18, 2022
Job Description
QuadMed is seeking an NP or PA to support our Occupational Health Team in Flushing, NY. This position will be providing day-to-day clinical and operational activities for Occupational Health Services.

This role is located in Flushing, NY and requires one 4-hour evening shift per week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provides prompt, appropriate clinical care to all employees in conformance with company policies, clinical protocols, state regulations and ethical standards. This includes worksite injury/illness triage, treatment coordination with the Wellness Center, and referral to specialists as necessary.
  • Performs other duties to include recording of vital signs, audiograms, vision testing, urine collection, blood collection, spirometry, respirator fit testing, injections and basic first aid
  • Provides employees with protocols and best practices for EHS within the workplace, and provide advice for improving EHS at the worksite
  • Treat injuries and illnesses following Evidence Based Medicine standards
  • Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition, with documentation in the medical record
  • Knowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use as well as the accurate administration of the pharmacologic agent
  • Provides employees with educational materials (handouts) on how to prevent injuries in the workplace, stop the spread of COVID, preventative measures, etc.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development, and pathophysiology of disease processes, specific to age groups served
  • Follows all established rules and guidelines of evidence-based care and best clinical practice
  • Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families
  • Works in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allows for consultation, collaboration, or referral.
  • May refer patients to physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment
  • Refers to appropriate specialists outside the health center in a medically appropriate and efficient manner
  • Practices in a collaborative fashion consistent with the concept of a patient centered medical home, consulting and collaborating with the oversight physician as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues
  • Demonstrates exceptional and effective collaborative partnership and communication style with both patients and staff
  • Actively engage in quality improvement, leadership and compliance.
  • Participates in quality improvement, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the health center requirements for QuadMed
  • Maintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information, and follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.
  • Effectively communicates with patients through technology to include email, video, telephonic, and text while complying with QuadMed policy and practices

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on an equivalent basis

Education :
  • The successful candidate will have completed Master's Degree Level Nurse Practitioner program from an accredited college/university.

Experience :
  • Minimum three (3) years primary care experience. Occupational Health experience preferred
  • The ability to work independently, and experience working with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :
  • Active and unrestricted applicable licensure
  • CPR or BLS certification within 60 days of hire
  • Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN or COHN-S), and/or in other Occupational Health related services (CAOHC, NIOSH-approved spirometry) preferred
  • DOT certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
  • Must have working knowledge of practical nursing theories and polices
  • A understanding of the patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures necessary to support an Occupational Health center.
  • Requires the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Requires organizational and decision-making abilities
  • Requires excellent assessment skills
  • Computer skills required (electronic medical record experience preferred)
  • Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion

To formally apply to this position please go to https://www.bequad.com/quadmed. You will not be considered an applicant until you complete an online application.

Additional Company Information

We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.

QuadMed and Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. QuadMed and Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information,or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or locallaws.QuadMed and Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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