Advanced Practice Provider
20 days ago
San Francisco
Job DescriptionCompany Description International Health and Medical Services delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International Health and Medical Services headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. Job Description This position is contingent on contract award. International Health and Medical Services is looking for an experienced Advanced Practice Provider to deliver high-quality medical care, including assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning for individuals with a variety of health concerns. This role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care, patient advocacy, and adherence to regulatory standards within the facility. Key Responsibilities • A physician assistant or nurse practitioner who practices in conformance with established criteria, guidelines, and agency procedures. Efforts are directed toward the enhancement of the physical, emotional, and social well-being of individuals., • Provides health care of a scope, quality, and quantity consistent with agency and policies., • Performs comprehensive history and physical evaluations, behavioral health care, and minor outpatient surgical procedures for patients as required by client policy, or as required for patient medical complaint., • Coordinates health care needs of patients including referrals to off-site consultants., • Takes appropriate infection control actions in accordance with client policy and guidance., • Completes all training as required/assigned., • Attends on-site, regional, and national meetings as required., • Participates in the APP Peer Review process., • Provides direct care to patients via scheduled appointments, emergency, or urgent care visits., • Consults with the physician / Clinical Director for complex medical and/or psychiatric patients and as required by client policy., • Provides infirmary care including admission, discharge, and daily rounds for patients that require higher levels of medical care or monitoring., • Works within and performs functions as outlined in the client Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Scope of Practice and the Controlled Prescribing Scope of Practice for APPs., • Applies knowledge of drugs and therapeutics when prescribing medication., • Interprets diagnostic and laboratory results., • Interprets Tuberculin skin tests (TSTs) and diagnostic studies, manages Direct Observation Therapy (DOT) for treatment of active or latent tuberculosis., • Adheres to universal precautions and properly disposes of all sharps., • May serve as medical escort of patients as needed, for domestic/overseas travel., • Utilizes and documents interpretation and/or translation and/or assisted communication services as needed to ensure ability to communicate with patients or others who are Limited English Proficient (LEP) or have a communication disability or impediment., • Maintains flexibility and adaptability to sudden changes in schedules and work requirements., • Provides relevant patient health education to patients verbally and/or with handouts., • Documents patient care visits in the required health record using required format, in compliance with client policy and guidance., • Maintains patient confidentiality and confidentiality of medical records., • Completes all training as required/assigned., • Serves as Acting Senior Supervisory APP or Acting Regional APP. Basic Requirements/Certifications: • Must possess a current, unrestricted licensed by a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or territory of the United States., • Four 4 years of full-time clinical experience as a PA or NP required or approval of the client Medical Director., • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)., • Physician Assistant (PA) -, • An accredited bachelor's or master's degree is required., • Must have completed a physician assistant training program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), national certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)., • Nurse Practitioner (NP) -, • Must possess a certified advance practice nurse practitioner degree from a graduate school training program approved for this qualifying degree., • National board certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (APRN) or the American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC)required., • Employees shall have at least one year of general experience that demonstrates the following:, • The ability to greet and deal tactfully with the public., • Capability of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, rules, and regulations. All personnel shall be literate and be able to interpret printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and must be able to compose reports., • Good judgment, courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through knowledge of his/her position responsibilities., • Knowledge and/or experience with client policies, NCCHC and PBNDS requirements., • Knowledge of public health preparedness, infection control and TB management, • This position is considered hazardous duty., • Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 5 minutes and maintain balance., • Required to jog/fast walk up to ¼ mile., • Requires physical exertion such as lifting objects greater than 30 pounds., • Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling., • Must have the ability to assist sick, injured, or aging patients or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling, or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self)., • Must be able to see, hear and smell with aids if necessary., • Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds., • Must perform the duties of my job in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations., • Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time., • Average manual dexterity for computer operation., • Minimum of 21 years of age., • Must maintain current/physical residency in the continental U.S., • Pass a medical examination conducted by a licensed physician within 30 days prior to initial assignment., • Be a U.S. citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the U.S. for permanent residence., • Have resided in the U.S. for the last five years (unless abroad on official U.S. government duty)., • Successfully engage in and complete a thorough Background Investigation., • Poses or have ability to obtain required security clearances., • Proficiency in Spanish is preferred. Additional Information Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data. Compensation: Min: $53/hr Max: $89/hr Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International Health and Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws International Health and Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.
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