Associate Medical Director, Advanced Practice Clinician - INTERNAL Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lanecountyor/jobs/newprint/4403946) Apply Associate Medical Director, Advanced Practice Clinician - INTERNAL Salary$122,720.00 - $164,153.60 AnnuallyLocation Eugene, ORJob TypeRegularJob Number202400088DepartmentHealth & Human ServicesDivisionHHS CHC Management/OperationsOpening Date02/23/2024Closing Date3/4/2024 11:59 PM PacificFLSANon-Exempt
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DESCRIPTIONAbout the Position The Community Health Centers of Lane County is a rapidly expanding division of Health & Human Services. Do you have passion and dedication to care and advocate for your community and our patients? Do you find yourself energized and engaged when working in an evolving and challenging environment with a focus on continuous improvement? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a talented and passionate team!The Associate/Assistant Medical Director position will support providers and lead the creation, implementation, and ongoing assessment of medical policies for our primary care teams. This position works collaboratively throughout the organization to ensure the adoption of standards and policies for the functional aspects of clinical services, fostering excellent patient care. The Associate/Assistant Medical Director (AMD) will be part of a team of AMD's responsible for individual sites or practice areas and report to the Medical Director. AMD's serve in a player/coach model, working in direct patient care, as well as administrative leadership at the site, with dedicated administrative time. In addition, the AMD will collaborate with the Medical Director and the senior management team to establish and implement evidence-based practice standards.Other duties include the following:
Participation in the provider peer review process.
Collaboration with the management team in oversight of clinical policies, quality initiatives, and procedure development.
Serve as the site lead for the Medical Home Model.
Provide regular progress reports to the management team on clinical and quality initiatives.
Provide consultation and risk management assessment on matters that may impact patient care or the CHC.
Recommend changes in all clinical areas, and/or in general areas. to improve patient flow, medical records, care quality, and appointment practices.
Become familiar with Federal and State rules, regulations, and practices required to operate a Community Health Center.
About the Division
The Community Health Centers have been providing quality primary care and behavioral health services to the citizens of Lane County since 2004. We provide a broad array of services to adults and children in an outpatient setting. The CHC’s are a primary source of health care for uninsured and underinsured individuals. Our clinics are Federally Qualified Health Centers whose mission is to serve the community by offering excellent care and eliminating barriers to healthcare.Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm.This is an AFSCME Nurses represented positionQUALIFICATIONSTraining and Experience:
Master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, and completion of a Nurse Practitioner program specific to the expanded specialty role/category for which application is made.
The scope of practice of a Nurse Practitioner is incorporated into nine different specialty categories which include: Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP); Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM); College Health Nurse Practitioner (CHNP); Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP); Geriatric Nurse Practitioner (GNP); Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP); Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP); Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP); and Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner (WHCNP).
Two years of clinical practice experience.
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Master’s Degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major coursework in primary care program for physician assistants.
One year of responsible licensed physician Assistant experience.
Two years of clinical practice experience.
An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Licensing Requirements :
Must possess State of Oregon Registered Nurse Practitioner License OR State of Oregon license as a Physician Assistant, at the time of appointment.
Must possess a current certificate to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Oregon, in the specified specialty role/category.
Special Requirements:
Certificate granting full prescription authority.
Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate.
National Provider Identifier (NPI).
Certification from a recognized national certification body.
CPR/BLS.
CV or resume. Note date of birth and SSN when submitting credentialing documents.
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.CLASSIFICATION DETAILSAssociate Medical Director, Advanced Practice Clinician Classification Details (https://agency.governmentjobs.com/lanecountyor/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=1542331&headerfooter=0) Selection ProcessSUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONEqual Employment Opportunity Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.Strategic Plan In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.The 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.Veteran Preference Information (https://www.lanecounty.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=3585881&pageId=5143112) Trauma Informed Care Statement Lane County is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care. As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently or in their past. Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other.Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary BenefitsAt Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.Introducing ALEX (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits) , Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date. The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group.ALEX Benefit Advisor (click here) (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits) Collective Bargaining Units:Admin-ProAFSCMEAFSCME NursesAFSCME PhysiciansFOPPOLCPOALocal 626Prosecuting Attorney'sBenefits to keep you & your family well - PhysicallyHealth insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee.Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below:If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA: $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire.Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate.Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially Retirement - Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.)Disability - Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:New Year's Day Independence DayMartin Luther King Jr's Birthday Labor DayPresidents' Day Veterans' DayMemorial Day Thanksgiving DayJuneteenth Christmas DayLife Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.Lane County offers these other valuable benefitsDeferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern. For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.01 Are you currently a Lane County employee who is off probation, represented by AFSCME nURSES, and for whom this job would represent a promotional opportunity? If NO, you are not eligible to apply for this employment opportunity at this time.
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IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.
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Do you have a master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, and completion of a Nurse Practitioner program specific to the expanded specialty of FNP or ANP?
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Do you have a master's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major coursework in primary care program for physician assistants?
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How many years of clinical practice experience do you have?
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Three years of experience.
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Do you possess a current DEA certificate?
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Do you possess certification or credentialing by a nationally recognized authority?
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