Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Sacramento, CA

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Sacramento, CA Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (NP, FNP) (PA) Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time At Elica Health Centers, since 1979 our goal is simple: providing top-notch patient care to our community. We're passionate about serving underserved patients in Sacramento/Yolo County, and through our mobile medicine program, Health on Wheels. We serve over 49,000 patients per year within 10 clinics and two mobile medicine hubs. Be part of our FQHC family and make a positive impact every day! Job Summary: The Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant provides professional medical services in the community health center setting. The candidate will provide comprehensive medical services including family/adult practice services for all patients of the health center. The NP will collaborate with other health care professionals and with the Medical Director in the management of patients and their coordination, referral, and follow-up care. Responsibilities: Direct and indirect patient care including, but not limited to, observation of signs and symptoms of illness, reactions to treatment, general behavior, or general physical condition, and determining of whether the signs, symptoms, reaction, behaviors, or general appearance exhibit abnormal characteristics; and implementation, based on observed abnormalities, of appropriate reporting, or referral, or standardized procedure, or changes in treatment regimen in accordance with standardized procedures, or the initiation of emergency procedures. Direct and redirect patient care services that ensure the safety, comfort, personal hygiene, and protection of patients; and the performance of disease prevention and restorative measures. The performance of skin tests, immunization techniques, and the withdrawal of blood from veins and arteries. Demonstrates satisfactory knowledge and clinical judgment to provide appropriate care for clinic patients. Performs general physical examination as indicated and instructs patients in health promotion and disease prevention. Examines patients to determine the presence of illness, utilizing physical findings, laboratory results, medical history, ascertains nature and extent of illness and prescribes treatments as indicated. Requirements: Master’s in Nursing / Physician Assistant Degree Must be board certified and fully licensed to practice in the state of California, with no restrictions Minimum 3 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner Current DEA certificate. Current BLS Several years of FQHC or community health center practice experience preferred. Russian, Farsi, Pashto/Pushto or Spanish speaking preferred Additional Requirements: Current and valid California driver's license with proof of personal auto insurance during working hours. Proof of immunizations (Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella & Tetanus), tuberculosis clearance, and COVID-19 vaccination* prior to the scheduled start date for external hires - Exemptions (medical and religious) are considered: This clinic follows CA Public Health Department regarding COVID-19 Vaccines Subject to criminal background investigation and drug screen. BENEFITS: We offer an exciting benefits package for qualifying full-time employees, supporting health, family, and future planning. 403B retirement savings account with up to 4% employer matching contribution and 100% immediate vesting. Healthcare: Medical (Kaiser or Western Health Advantage Options), Dental, Vision - Individual and family plans available Company funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) to help pay for out-of-pocket costs related to medical coverage FSA Plans: 2 options for Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA Company paid basic Life and AD&D Insurance. (supplemental life and AD&D options available) Optional Critical Illness, Accident, ID Theft Protection and Pet insurance potions 4 weeks of accrued paid time off and paid holidays. Malpractice/Tail Insurance Employee Assistance Plan with five (5) free counseling visits, financial services, legal services, and a plethora of online resources. This clinic is NHSC qualified for State Loan Repayment Program Tuition Reimbursement program, CME/CEU reimbursement and time off program. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $131,040.00 - $170,352.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Medical specialties: Pediatrics Primary Care Weekly schedule: Monday to Friday (Sometimes Saturdays) Work setting: Clinic In-person Work Location: In person