Telehealth Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)

As a reflection of our continued growth, we are seeking a full-time, seasonal, Telehealth provider that is licensed in New York for WellNow Virtual Care! Onboarding will occur in October, and telehealth coverage will last from November 1 - March 31. Salary: • Qualified NP/PA hourly rate is $60/hour As an NP or PA, you'll succeed by: Outstanding Patient Care and Medical Knowledge • Assesses patient needs within a telemedicine care setting • Appropriately triages patients to differentiate the patient needs • Evaluates patients in a timely manner, putting patient care above clerical duties • Performs a thorough history and physical exam on each patient • Creates an individualized, evidence-based plan of care • Appropriately consults the on-call WellNow physician and on-call radiologist • Effectively manages payers across the spectrum of services provided at a site • Follows evidence-based standards for ordering laboratory, radiology and other diagnostic studies • Uses evidence-based resources for treatment options • Orders and prescribes appropriate medications • Appropriately consults and refers to primary care and specialty physicians • Performs procedures appropriate type of services provided at the standard of care • Educates patients regarding the disease process and discharge plan • Maintains patient confidentiality Continuous Practice-Based Learning • Completes CME requirements for specialty • Attends peer review and education update meetings • Serves as a resource in educating other staff members Superior Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Treats every patient professionally and compassionately • Communicates with clinical staff regarding patient condition and plan of care • Does not discuss details of business with patients • Does not label patients • Takes concerns to management instead of discussing with staff Professionalism • Arrives to work on time • Adheres to the dress code described in the Employee Handbook • Limits personal conversations with staff • Continues to see patients during scheduled time Attention to System-Based Practice • Maintains patient records for clinic use, medical record use, and billing use • Completes charts within 3 days of shift • Ensures all diagnostic tests that are not complete at the time of care are reviewed and appropriately followed-up • Attends meetings • Participates in special projects as they arise Minimum Qualifications: • 1+ years of emergency medicine/urgent care experience, telemedicine experience, or family practice experience, which includes the ability to manage adult and pediatric patients. • Ideal candidate will have experience working in both a fast track and main emergency department setting • Excellent bedside manner and interpersonal skills • Ability to work well independently evaluating and managing patients, and serve as a leader of a team • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. • Friendly and customer service oriented. • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Education: • Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program or an accredited university. Required License or Certification: • Provider must be willing to obtain multiple state licenses as directed by WellNow • Provider must have NY state license at time of employment