Full Job Description
TrustedCare Medical Group is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant to serve as a field-based neuyrology provider in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs). This role focuses on delivering on-site neurology services to patients with complex neurological conditions in post-acute and long-term care settings. The provider will work independently in the field while collaborating closely with supervising neurologists, facility staff, and the broader care team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered neurological care.
Key Responsibilities: Patient Care & Clinical Duties
- Perform comprehensive neurological assessments on residents in SNFs and ALFs, including detailed medical histories, neurological examinations, and functional/cognitive evaluations.
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic neurological conditions common in post-acute and long-term care populations (e.g., dementia, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, seizures, neuropathies, migraines, multiple sclerosis).
- Order, review, and interpret relevant diagnostic studies, coordinating with hospitals, imaging centers, and laboratories as needed.
- Prescribe and manage medications, including controlled substances, within licensure and scope of practice.
- Develop individualized care plans that align with each patient’s condition, goals of care, and facility protocols.
- Provide education to patients, families, caregivers, and facility staff on neurological conditions, medication regimens, behavioral strategies, and disease progression.
- Support transitional care for patients discharged from hospitals to SNF/ALF settings, ensuring continuity of neurological care.
Facility & Team Collaboration:
- Collaborate with nursing staff, therapists, and medical directors in facilities to provide coordinated and comprehensive care.
- Communicate effectively with family members and facility care teams regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and prognosis.
- Participate in interdisciplinary care meetings, case reviews, and family conferences as required.
- Serve as a clinical resource for facility staff on neurological best practices and patient management.
Administrative & Compliance:
- Document all visits, assessments, and care plans in the EHR accurately and in compliance with state, federal, and facility requirements.
- Ensure adherence to facility-specific protocols, regulatory compliance, and Arizona state practice laws.
- Assist in developing and implementing neurology protocols for SNF/ALF patients to standardize and improve care delivery.
- Maintain strong communication with trustedcare medical group leadership regarding patient progress, facility updates, and operational needs.
Qualifications:
Education & Licensure:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) program.
- Current and unrestricted Arizona state license as a PA-C or NP.
- Board certification by NCCPA (PA-C) or a national nursing certifying body (NP).
- DEA registration and ability to prescribe controlled substances in Arizona.
Experience:
- Minimum 1–2 years of neurology, internal medicine, or geriatrics experience (preferred).
- Prior experience in SNF, ALF, post-acute, or long-term care settings strongly preferred.
- New graduates with relevant neurology or geriatric rotations will be considered with mentorship.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong diagnostic and clinical reasoning skills specific to geriatric and neurologic care.
- Ability to manage complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Adaptability to work independently in varied facility environments.
- Proficiency with EHR systems and mobile documentation tools.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Malpractice insurance provided.
- CME/CEU allowance and paid time off for continuing education.
- Mileage reimbursement for facility travel.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
Work Environment: This is a field-based position, requiring travel to multiple SNFs and ALFs in assigned regions. Providers must be comfortable working independently while serving as the neurology liaison between Trustedcare medical group and contracted facilities.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $120,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tucson, AZ
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