Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
Vein Clinics of America, Inc.

Job Info

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct patient consultations
• Obtain complete, detailed, and accurate medical histories on patients. Review patient medications and records to develop a comprehensive patient specific treatment plan
• Perform physical examinations focusing on venous insufficiency and general health of the patient
• Document and prescribe using an electronic medical record
• Prescribe and administer medications in accordance within state laws and standards of practice
• Educate patients and/or families about venous insufficiency and prescribed medical treatments and/or medications
• Refer patients to needed specialists or services that cannot be provided to patients in the clinic
• Perform and document procedures in accordance with collaborative agreement and documentation of competency. Procedures may include:visually-guided sclerotherapy,ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy,puncture aspiration, ultrasound or visually guided,Veinwave, and/orlimited ultrasound studies/scans
• Monitor effectiveness of therapeutic interventions
• Collaborate with physician regarding any abnormal findings or side effects to treatment
• Perform independent evaluations and treatment in emergency situations
• Respond to patient telephone calls regarding medical conditions and emergencies
• In conjunction with RN or Medical Assistant, order and maintain proper inventory of medical supplies, sclerosant solutions and maintain Emergency Drug Box/Crash cart
• Maintain the highest skill level for the safest and most effective delivery of treatment according to VCA clinical guidelines and best practices
• Participate in continuing education for professional growth and development
• Respect and maintain confidentiality of patients and coworkers
• Participate in peer review activities
• In conjunction with administrative staff, develop and maintain relationships with other practices, physicians and nurses to set up presentations to educate on vein disease and how VCA can help their patients
• Promote continuous improvement. Ensure high quality service is provided to all patients
• Play an active role in the promotion of VCA
• Maintain contact with existing patients to ensure a long-term relationship, the completion of treatment and compliance with periodic re-evaluations
• As needed, assist the administrative staff in making follow up contact with patients
• Participate in clinic practice building activities

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time without notice.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Out of state travel for up to 12 weeks during initial training may be required.
• Local travel between clinics may be required occasionally.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

EDUCATIONAL/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Masters degree from an accredited NP or PA program
• Current active NP or PA State licensure based on assigned clinic locations
• Current national certification through AANP or ANCC as a Family or Adult NP
• Current national certification through NCCPA for PA
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)
• Ability to obtain DEA license (only applicable select states)

EXPERIENCE

• 1 year experience in inpatient, outpatient or surgical setting required
• Experience performing procedures preferred

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