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Form of workCommunity health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It’s about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision. A community where everyone is healthy and happy. We’re with you every step of the way, with the care you need for each of life’s chapters. At Neighborhood, we are Better Together.
As a private, non-profit 501(C) (3) community health organization, we serve over 350k medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 77k people annually. We do this in pursuit of our mission to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.
We have been doing this since 1969 and it is our employees that make this mission a reality. Regardless of the role, our team focuses on being compassionate, having integrity, being professional, always collaborating, and consistently going above and beyond. If that sounds like an organization you want to be a part of, we would love to have you.
ROLE OVERVIEW and PURPOSE
The Transgender and HIV Care Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner, will work to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare (Neighborhood) by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. Thie role will play a pivotal role in delivering comprehensive patient centered care, fostering a supportive and affirming environment, and promoting overall health and well-being to patients. Additionally, this role will provide direct healthcare services to patients under the direction and responsibility of physicians.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Patient Care:
- Performs comprehensive physical examinations on patients, including review of patient medical data, such as health history
- Orders, administers, and interprets test results for diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests
- Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection
- Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance
- Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy
- Assesses and provides age-appropriate care to patients
Transgender Patient Care:
- Provides competent and culturally sensitive primary care services to patients
- Offers hormone therapy management, including prescribing and monitoring hormone regimens
- Addresses and manages the physical, emotional, and mental health needs of transgender individuals
- Conducts assessments for gender affirming surgeries and facilitate appropriate referrals, as needed
- Works with the behavioral health team by assisting with gender identity exploration and provides support throughout the transitioning process
HIV Patient Care
- Offers specialized care to patients living with HIV, including antiretroviral therapy management.
- Monitors disease progression, immune statuses, and potential complications related to HIV
- Provides counseling and education on adherence to treatment plans and preventative measures
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans
Team Support:
- Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes, working in coordination with care teams
- Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders
- Responds promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees
- Maintains professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public
- Cooperates in accomplishing communicated department goals and objectives
Clinical Administration:
- Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care
- Performs in accordance with Neighborhood practice protocols and under the guidance and supervision of supervising providers according to the terms of the Supervisory Agreement
- Keeps informed of organizational activities and promote mission and goals
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Physician Assistant (PA)/Nurse Practitioner, program completion required
- Valid CA Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner, License in good standing required
- Valid DEA and CPR certifications required
- WPATH Training required
- AAHIVS HIV Specialist Certification required
- Experience working with transgender patients and/or those living with HIV preferred
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to establish rapport with patients and interdisciplinary teams, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
- Knowledgeable about and experience with providing direct care to patients
- Ability to commit to diversity/inclusion and providing patient centered, non-discriminatory and culturally competent care
- Knowledgeable about and experience with unique healthcare needs and challenges faced by transgender individuals and those living with HIV
- Knowledgeable about and experience with gender affirming care and HIV treatment protocols
- Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent planning and organizational ability
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
- Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs./weight
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
Pay range: $133K - 171K per year, depending on experience. (DOE)
