RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Patient Care :
- Administers or prescribes treatments and tests, including pap smears and pelvic / breast exams
- Conducts thorough consultations, medical histories, and physical examinations of patients
- Diagnoses and treats gynecological conditions, such as menstrual disorders, pelvic pain, infections, and menopause-related symptoms
- Provides prenatal care, including regular check-ups and screenings for pregnancies
- Offers family planning services, contraceptive counseling, and assists with contraceptive procedures
- Performs minor office-based procedures, such as IUD insertions / removals and implant insertions / removals
- Educates patients on reproductive health, preventative care, and treatment options
- Provides counseling and support to patients regarding family planning, fertility issues, and pregnancy-related concerns
Provider and Team Support :
Collaborates with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, support staff, and other women's health practitioners to provide comprehensive patient careShares accountability for overall patient health outcomes by working in coordination with care teamsOperates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholdersClinical Administration :
Maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and ensures proper documentation of patient encountersReviews patient files / records, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization statusElicits and records information about patient medical historyExamines patients for symptoms or physical informationOrders and executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s conditionAnalyzes reports and findings of tests, examinations, and diagnoses to understand the patient’s current conditionDetermines and prescribes patient medications, dosages, and schedules dependent on their conditions and allergiesPrescribes and administers vaccinations to immunize patients from communicable diseasesDocuments patient visits, including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of actionStays informed of organizational activities and promotes mission and goalsStays abreast of the latest advancements in women's health through continuing education, maintenance of certification, and professional developmentReviews and responds to all forms of communication, such as emails, TEAMs messages and voice mailsFunctions at the highest level according to credentials and competencyImpacts patient experience by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracyEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Completion of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program with specialization in women’s health requiredValid CA Nurse Practitioner or Physician License requiredBoard certification for women’s health or certified midwife requiredValid DEA, CPR, and BLS certification requiredADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skillsExcellent interpersonal skills to work with patients, families, and other healthcare professionalsAbility to lead and manage a team of healthcare professionalsAbility to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formKnowledgeable about and experience with conducting gynecological examinations, procedures, and obstetric careKnowledgeable about and experience with current evidence-based practices and guidelines in women's healthAbility to work with diverse patient populationsAbility to work in an advanced capacity in electronic medical records, email, video conferencing systems, and common office softwareAbility to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyExcellent planning and organizational abilityAbility to work as part of a team as well as independentlyAbility to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical mannerPhysical Requirements
Ability to lift / carry 25 lbs / weightAbility to stand for long periods of time