Family Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant (Part Time)

VALLEY HEALTH PRIMARY CARE

Bakersfield, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Practice Nurse (APN), Communication Skills, Family Medicine, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Internal Medicine, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Terminology, Medical Tests, Medications, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Credentials, Physician Assistant, Problem Solving Skills, Testing, Treatment Plan, Urgent Care
LOCATION
Bakersfield, CA
POSTED
14 days ago
 Benefits/Perks
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Great Work Environment
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner to join our team! As a Family Nurse Practitioner, you will be examining patients, collecting patient medical history, and making tentative diagnoses on minor and major issues. You will also be reading diagnostic tests and reports, interpreting data, taking the time with each patient to explain their test results and medical diagnoses, and prescribing therapy or medication. The ideal candidate has an excellent bedside manner, experience charting in a medical environment, and has strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

Responsibilities 
  • Examine each patient, take a detailed medical history, and chart everything medically important in their records
  • Read test results, interpret data appropriately, and make diagnostic suggestions based on those results
  • Explain to the patient test results and expected health outcomes
  • Prescribe medication or therapy 
  • Work closely with medical staff, Physician Assistants, Family Nurse Practitioners, and Physicians to formulate a full, comprehensive treatment plan
Qualifications
  • A minimum of 1 years experience in family practice/internal medicine/urgent care in preferred.
  • 103 NP license would be preferred.
  • Graduation from an accredited Nursing program for advanced practice required.
  • Current CA licensed as a Nurse Practitioner required.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with medical terminology, charting, and diagnostic tests
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

About the Company

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VALLEY HEALTH PRIMARY CARE