Physician Assistant - Portland - MaineHealth

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Trellis Health | Portland Maine

Per DiemAdvanced Professional Provider

Req #: 22583

Trellis Health, a start-up subsidiary of MaineHealth, is looking for a passionate, per diem Advanced Practice Provider to join their care team.

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Please note: The APP hired for this position will be expected to meet all requirements necessary for working independently in the state of Maine.

Position Summary

At Trellis Health, we are on a mission to transform primary care. We seek an Advanced Practice Provider who is not just skilled in their role, but is passionate about pioneering innovative healthcare solutions. As part of a start-up subsidiary of Maine Health, you will play a crucial role in shaping our clinical practices and patient experiences from the ground up. This position requires flexibility, a high level of autonomy, and a proactive approach to both problem-solving and patient care.

The APP manages a comprehensive patient panel as a key member of the care team, fostering trust-based relationships and proactive healthcare management. They collaborate closely with other team members, including nurses, medical assistants, and specialists, to develop, update, and prioritize patient care plans. The APP ensures team-driven adherence to these plans, focusing on holistic health outcomes, patient satisfaction, and effective resource utilization, demonstrating a commitment to the collaborative care model.

Nurse Practitioner

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

1.Education:Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program. BSN required. MSN preferred.

2.License/Certifications:Current nursing license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure. Current BLS certification.

3.Experience:Minimum three years of professional nursing experience. Two years of Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.

4.Must be caring and empathetic and empathetic and have great listening skills.

5.Demonstrated record of consistently achieving clinical performance metrics.

6.Knowledge of advanced practice of nursing, professional nursing theory, practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care, and professional ethics related to the delivery of nursing care.

7.Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status, including state of wellness and compliance with care recommendations.

8.Skill in case management, time management, problem solving, crisis intervention, multitasking and other organizational matters.

9.Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of NP Practice.

10.Ability to educate patients, families, and staff in user-friendly manner.

11.Strong computer skills with skill in using computerized health information management system.

12.Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, clinical staff and the public.

13.Conduct telehealth visits as part of our commitment to providing access to care. Must possess strong digital literacy skills, demonstrate proficiency with telehealth platforms, and maintain a high standard of patient care and communication in a virtual setting.

14.Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Physician Assistant

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

1.Education: Graduate of an American Medical Association approved primary care physician assistant education program. Maintain certification.

2. License/Certifications: Certified by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants. Current BLS certification

3.Experience:Minimum three years of professional experience. A physician assistant with the ability to practice independently and has completed 4,000 clinical hours preferred.

4. Must be caring and empathetic and empathetic and have great listening skills.

5. Demonstrated record of consistently achieving clinical performance metrics.

6. Knowledge of advanced practice of nursing, professional nursing theory, practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care, and professional ethics related to the delivery of nursing care.

7. Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status, including state of wellness and compliance with care recommendations.

8. Skill in case management, time management, problem solving, crisis intervention, multitasking and other organizational matters.

9. Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of APP Practice.

10. Ability to educate patients, families, and staff in user-friendly manner.

11. Strong computer skills with skill in using computerized health information management system.

12. Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, clinical staff and the public.

13. Conduct telehealth visits as part of our commitment to providing access to care. Must possess strong digital literacy skills, demonstrate proficiency with telehealth platforms, and maintain a high standard of patient care and communication in a virtual setting. xhuatnn

14. Ability to maintain confidentiality.