Telehealth Urgent Care Provider (APRN or PA) Remote

Position Overview

The Telehealth Urgent Care Provider (APRN or PA) role at Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC) is a full-time remote position focused on delivering urgent care services to patients in Connecticut. This role is integral to the patient-centered medical home model, providing care for both adults and children through telehealth. The provider will assess and treat acute illnesses, recommend preventative services, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and treat common acute and episodic illnesses in adults and children.
• Perform/prescribe/order appropriate diagnostic testing as required and arrange for follow-up care with primary care providers.
• Recommend preventative services as appropriate.
• Provide problem-specific education to individuals and family members as needed.
• Utilize evidence-based standards in formulating treatment plans and communicate the rationale for decision-making with patients.
• Document all findings, including plans for follow-up care, in the electronic health record.
• Participate in the organization's quality improvement program.
• Effectively collaborate with other CHC providers and Clinical Operations staff.
• Stay abreast of current trends in healthcare practice and participate in continuing medical education to ensure optimal clinical knowledge and effective patient care skills.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Master of Science in Nursing program or Physician Assistant Master's program.
• Licensed in Connecticut as either a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• At least 1 year of experience.
• Expert user of telehealth and other electronic platforms necessary to complete visits and care coordination.
• Access to reliable internet connectivity and a suitable home office environment.
• Competency with technology to ensure a positive patient experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish) language skills preferred but not required.

Benefits & Perks

• Remote work opportunity
• Full-time position
• Engagement in quality improvement programs
• Continuing medical education opportunities