APRN/PA

United Community & Family Services

Job Description

UCFS is currently seeking a part-time Pediatric APRN/PA responsible for providing quality patient centered primary care services for patients in our School Based Health Center, including comprehensive physical examinations, routine and appropriate sick care assessments and interventions. Candidate will develop and implement patient management plans, records, and progress notes per agency policies and procedures and approved protocols developed within the guidelines of the Connecticut Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Scope of Practice or the Connecticut Physician Assistant Practice Act. Perform therapeutic procedures such as but not limited to; injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, instruct and counsel patient and families regarding adherence with therapeutic regimen, normal growth and development and health promotion recommendations. Coordinate care with other providers of care and appropriate school staff, and fosters patient advocacy by interfacing with community resources. Establishes and maintain patient continuity of care. Maintains and models excellent internal and external customer service. Within the APRN or PA scope of practice, provides primary health care, including preventive care services, for students in the school setting including but not limited to: -Establishing a patient data base by obtaining an appropriate health, developmental and psychosocial history -Conducting a physical examination including ordering /performing /interpreting screening and diagnostic procedures and tests and provides follow up based on evidenced based treatment guidelines -Providing treatment according to accepted agency standards and protocols -Assisting in the management of referred and/or complex problems -Documenting assessment findings, treatment recommendations and plan for continuing care in the clinical record on a timely basis -Performs minor office procedures i.e., dressing changes, ambulating treatments and diagnostics in accordance with scope of practice Requirements: -CT APRN license or Physician Assistant to practice in the State of Connecticut -Prefer one to three years’ experience (Ambulatory care experience preferred) -Masters of Science Physician Assistant or equivalency -Valid Drivers license -All employees at UCFS are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package including: -Flexible schedules -Competitive salaries -Generous time off for all school holidays, vacations, and summer break -Medical, dental and vision insurance -401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution -Paid life and disability insurance UCFS does not just welcome diversity, we celebrate it! We strive for diversity throughout our organization to reflect and represent the communities we serve. UCFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. BIPOC candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Employer Information

Applicant Contact

Diana Harwood

(860) 822-4157

Websites

https://www.ucfs.org

https://www.ucfs.org/hr

https://www.ctvisit.com/mystic

Reference ID

290124423

Employer

United Community & Family Services

Location

Montville, CT

Last Updated

December 5, 2022

Accepts J-1 Visas

No

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