Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Provide health exams and related medical services to Rimrock’s patients under supervision of the Medical Director. Assures adherence to state statutes and rules, CARF standards, and federal regulations including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Positively represents the organization and promotes Rimrock’s mission to the community.
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will collaborate closely with physicians and peers to provide top-tier addiction medicine to our patients. Your expertise in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment will be crucial in delivering comprehensive healthcare services in a variety of clinical settings. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in the lives of those you serve and are committed to excellence in the practice of medicine, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides admission health exams to all patients admitted to Rimrock Inpatient or Residential services within regulatory guidelines and adhere to prompt documentation guidelines.
- Prescribes and orders medication as indicated for all admitted patients for medication administration.
- Maintains records according to Rimrock and CARF standards.
- Assures that patients are screened for infectious diseases.
- Provides consultation/education to staff as needed.
- Conducts medication or other health-related groups as scheduled.
- Actively participates in PCM and daily staffing as assigned.
- Provides health screening for patients admitted to the Detoxification Unit.
- Provides evaluations, medications and follow-up services to patients with co-occurring disorders when scheduled.
- Provides primary care in an outpatient setting.
- Provides Office Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) medication compliance and follow up care.
CUSTOMER SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Supports organization’s customer service initiative; strives for service excellence by seeking challenges and turning them into opportunities.
2. Models professionalism by addressing others with appropriate actions, appearance and communication.
3. Works in a spirit of teamwork and trust and maintains professional boundaries in working with others; accepts responsibility for own behavior.
4. Provides timely and thorough follow-up with internal and external customers.
5. Serves on committees or process improvement teams to assist in improving quality/customer satisfaction, as assigned.
6. Models and promotes effective communication.
7. Anticipates and meets needs of patients while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
8. Displays a friendly, helpful, and approachable demeanor.
9. Obtains feedback from patients regarding their perceptions of the service provided to them and utilizes this information to improve service delivery.
10. Establishes compassionate and supportive rapport with patients. Communicates tactfully and respectfully with patients, coworkers, and others.
11. Assures that information is collected, organized, reported and used to improve the quality of systems and services. Recognizes and appropriately reports to supervisor areas within scope of responsibility that fall outside the quality parameters.
CORE VALUES:
“As a Rimrock team, we value integrity, quality, service, communication, and trust.”
Quality – We know that quality is something that is seen and felt. We intentionally focus on providing a sustainable gold standard experience for everyone.
Service – We respond with a high degree of excellence, compassion and urgency. We think of out-of-the-box solutions that are person centered and dignity preserving.
Communication – We communicate clearly, consistently, and respectfully in a way that builds trust, safety, and efficiency.
Trust – Trust is core to any relationship. We seek to build trust in every interaction – one conversation, one action at a time.
Integrity – We do what we say we are going to do and follow through. We do the right thing even when it is the hard thing. We are impeccable with our word and exceptional stewards of our resources.
EDUCATION/TRAINING: BS Degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies Degree or Master’s Level Nurse Practitioner.
CERTIFICATE OR LICENSE: Licensed in State of Montana as Physician Assistant or as advanced Practice registered Nurse with Prescriptive Authority.
SKILLS: Candidate must have empathy and the ability to work with diverse patients in multiple settings. The ability to organize and maintain personal schedule, writing and oral communication skills, computer skills, including medical documentation in electronic health records and proficiency with Microsoft software including Word, Excel and Outlook.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is indoors in an office environment with moderate noise. Intermittent physical effort involving lifting of up to 25 pounds, walking and stooping is required. A typical workday involves sitting, frequent use of a keyboard, reaching with hands and arms, and talking and hearing, approximately 70% of the time. Approximately 30% or less of the time is spent standing. Normal vision abilities required, including close vision and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/JOB LOCATIONS: Involves everyday risk or discomfort requiring normal safety precautions in an office setting, meeting room and patient care areas. Work may involve mental and emotional stress. Some driving required. Will work primarily at Main Facility.
BENEFITS: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403B Retirement, AD&D, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, AFLAC, and Life Insurance
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.