ABOUT US:
Community Health is a multi-site FQHC serving 80% of the primary care needs in our community (central Vermont).Our mission is to service our patients with quality, efficiency, accessibility and equity. As the largest FQHC in northern New England, we have a large footprint that provides us with the opportunity to influence the evolving, local, state and regional health care environment.
Community Health Center sites are certified Level 111 Medical Homes, with a highly developed and supportive panel management and case management system in place. Community Health also has a robust integrated behavioral health program employing Psychiatrists, Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioners and Licensed Clinical Social Workers embedded within its primary care sites. We have a fully integrated electronic medical record and practice management system (Medent) with robust interfaces with our local hospital.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Community Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to work at our Rutland, Castleton and Brandon clinics. Candidates are expected to be knowledgeable and skilled in the delivery of primary care. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Obtains complete medical history and physical examination on patients.
• Reviews medical records.
• Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Establishes presumptive diagnosis.
• Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Develops a therapeutic plan for patient.
• Sutures wounds.
• Prepares written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances.
• Instructs patients and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Provides recommendations regarding health and illness prevention.
• Recommend community resource to meet patient/family needs.
• Performs independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations.
• Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- 3-5 years Primary Care Practice Experience.
- Graduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program.
- Licensed for Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in the state of Vermont.
- Strong inpatient skill set.
- Quality-focused team player.
- Excellent organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
BENEFITS:
Community Health seeks to offer our Providers a very robust benefits package:
- Market leading compensation – commensurate with experience.
- Generous bonus opportunity.
- Up to $10,000 in relocation expenses.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan – 403(b) with employer match.
- Paid malpractice insurance.
- Generous leave time: up to 4 weeks plus holidays.
- Work-life balance with 4-day work weeks.
- On-Call 3 weeks per year on average.
- CME leave (1 week/year) and CME allowance ($6,000/year)
- Opportunities to apply for school loan repayment, up to $20,000 a year.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years primary care practice experience.
- Graduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Vermont.
- Strong inpatient skill set.
- Ability to suture wounds and perform minor procedures.
- Ability to prescribe medications, including controlled substances, and manage treatment plans.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to function effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
What We Do
Medical, dental, behavioral health and Express Care walk-in services as well as a full range of wellness programs make up the comprehensive primary care provided by Community Health at five locations in Vermont’s Rutland and southern Addison Counties. Community Health providers offer primary, behavioral and preventative health care for people of all ages including immunizations, annual checkups for work, school and sports, chronic care management, minor office procedures, workers comp injuries, women’s health care and well-child care. X-ray and laboratory services are available at some of our locations, and we operate a pharmacy at our Brandon location. Community Health Pediatrics, located in Rutland, offers a complete range of specialized care for children and young families. Express Care practices located in Rutland and Castleton provide walk-in care 7 days a week, 365 days a year from 8am until 8pm for treatment of minor injuries and illnesses. Our primary care practices are located in Rutland, Brandon, Castleton, Shoreham and West Pawlet, with dental practices in Rutland and Shoreham. All of our Community Health practices are accepting new patients and we accept most area insurance including Medicare and Medicaid. Inpatient hospital care for Community Health patients of all ages is provided by Rutland Regional Medical Center Hospital (RRMC). Employment: Career opportunities at Community Health include clerical, administrative and clinical roles in primary care, dentistry and behavioral health practices. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer a team-oriented, collaborative work environment for close to 300 employees at eight different locations in Rutland and southern Addison counties. Our comprehensive benefits package and on-site wellness programs are proof that we care about the health and wellness of our staff as much as we care about the health and wellness of our community!
