Women's Health, NP or PA

At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer or their designee, this position delivers a full scope of obstetrical and gynecological care. Practices medicine; provides prenatal, intra-partum and post-partum and gynecological medical care; diagnoses and treats disorders of the female reproductive system; initiates referrals to specialists as medically indicated. Instructs and educates trainees and/or staff as required. Delivers appropriate care for patients and their primary care.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Administrative Functions:

• Provides in-service staff training in selected topics as deemed necessary by the CMO.
• Prepares and reviews medical histories and obtains data through interviews.
• Maintains detailed, legible, and confidential medical records after each patient visit in accordance with established protocols.
• Codes encounter forms according to time of the visit, procedures performed and pertinent ICD-9 codes.
• Assists in internal quality control audits.
• Participates in peer review.
• Provides supervision in case assignment to mid-level providers if needed, including sign off on charts/files.
• Attends internal and external meetings, workshops, and conferences and participates on task forces or committees, as necessary.
• Participates in Quality Improvement (QI) Initiatives, as required.
• Complies with the organization’s policies and procedures.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer or their designee.

Clinical Functions:

• Provides quality care to patients, within the scope of practice outlined by state or federal law and understands the organizations commitment to provide high quality patient care.
• Must be capable of meeting 80% or more of the established productivity standards.
• Participates in after hour calls as scheduled.
• Provide consultation, care, and treatment for women before, during, and after their pregnancies
• Provide comprehensive OB/GYN care, including possible minor outpatient surgical procedures as required, full scope contraception, and basic OB sonography.
• Examines patients, formulates differential diagnostic plans, defines and orders required diagnostic testing.
• Interprets examination findings and test results and implements treatment plans.
• Determines need for consultation and assists in medical care and treatment provided at the direction of other specialists.
• Follows established guidelines when referring patients out for needed specialty or diagnostic care.
• Instructs patients in their proper care and treatment alternatives and instructs/supervises medical support staff as needed.
• Meets the organization’s Clinical Performance Measures (UDS and HEDIS measures).
• Contributes to DAP Health's Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) program, a model of primary care delivery designed to strengthen the patient/clinician relationship, focus on the person and patient self-management and engagement, by providing comprehensive and coordinated care in a culturally and linguistically sensitive manner.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

• Active CA Physician Assistant or CA Nurse Practitioner License (and currently registered as a CA Registered Nurse).
• 2 to 4 years of experience as a Nurse practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Certified by ANCC or AANP.
• Board Certified in OB/GYN
• Demonstrated knowledge of gynecologic, preventive care: Pap smears, BSE, contraception, STD prevention and treatment, and ability to perform pelvic examinations and participate in the management of family planning.
• Demonstrated ability to perform minor office procedures.
• Maintains CMEs/CEUs required for licensure.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English (preferable).

Quality Management:

• Contribute to the success of the organization by participating in quality improvement activities.
• Complies with all policies and procedures and proactively participates in the implementation of new initiatives.

Safety:

• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures related to safe work practices.
• Uses all appropriate equipment and/or tools to ensure workplace safety.
• Immediately reports unsafe working conditions.

Privacy/Compliance:

• Maintains privacy and security of all patient, employee, and volunteer information and access to such information. Such information is accessed on a need-to-know basis for business purposes only.
• Complies with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations. Reports unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful behavior or activity.
• Upholds strict ethical standards.

Flexibility: Available for all shifts and, when required, able to work evenings and weekends.