Nurse Practitioner

Salary : $130,000.00 Annually

Location : 10 Park Plaza, Boston

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 24-20684

Department : MBTA - Occupational Health Services

Area : 755-Medical Operations

Opening Date : 12 / 02 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Licenses / Certifications : None Required

Union Affiliation : Executive

Safety Sensitive : No; this is not a Safety Sensitive position.

On-Call or 24 / 7 : No; this position is not classified as on-call or 24 / 7.

Essential Classification (Emergency Staff) : No; this position is classified as non-essential (during declared States of Emergency).

At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA's core values are built around safety, service, equity, and sustainability and each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

Job Summary

The MBTA non-treating medical clinic provides Occupational Health services for Employees Additionally they are responsible for all pre-employment physical exams including DOT examinations. The Nurse Practitioner will provide professional nursing services following departmental and professional guidelines, working independently or with supervision from the Manager of medical operations and the Medical Director.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct DOT physical examinations
• Conduct interviews and record medical histories of employees or applicants.
• Administer electrocardiograms, preparing results for the physician to review.
• Obtain and record vital signs of employees / applicants and advise physician of any abnormal results.
• Conduct audiometric and vision testing.
• Perform urine dipstick chemical analysis.
• Receive and process medication calls and advise employees or applicants regarding medication and adherence the MBTA standards.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle and assist at emergencies or events as needed.
• Provide health related education.
• Notify employees / applicants of abnormal results and advise them of MBTA medical standards.
• Prepare medical referrals to obtain further evaluation and past medical records.
• Maintain the Medical Examination information for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) database in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with area supervisors to schedule appointments for employees.
• Conduct chart reviews including a review of all medical documentation submitted to the OHS medical clinic.
• Collaborate with the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and the Workers' Compensation Department according to appropriate need.
• Provide education for Medical Assistants, including new hires to the department.
• Provide supervision for Medical Assistants in collaboration with clinical management.
• Provide wellness instruction to employees / applicants as dictated by situation.
• Communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and employees.
• Available to work all shifts and locations as assigned or directed.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

Supervision

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum Education

Minimum Experience and Required Skills

Preferred Experience and Skills

Substitutions Include

None.

Job Conditions :

Disclaimers and Definitions :

Employment Benefits at the MBTA

Full-Time Employees :

The MBTA offers comprehensive benefits packages to full-time employees. Types of benefits offered at the MBTA are subject to the union affiliation / Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) of the position to which you apply. Benefits that may apply to your position include the following :

Internships :

Internship positions are not eligible for most MBTA Benefits. However, paid sick time may be incurred. Each intern also receives a complimentary pass for travel on the MBTA transit system (bus, train, ferry, and Commuter Rail) to use throughout the duration of their internship. Please contact the assigned Recruiter directly or email [redacted] for more information.

Disclaimer :

The above information is meant to be a general overview of the benefit programs offered by the MBTA, which may or may not apply to a specific position. This summary is not a contract andis not meant to change the provisions of union contracts or Authority policies and does not establish a binding practice. Please contact the assigned Recruiter directly or email [redacted] for more information.

The MBTA is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

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If you have a college degree, what was your field of study?

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What is the highest level of education you have completed?

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Do you have masters degree in nursing from an accredited institution with three (3) years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner?

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Do you have a current Nurse Practitioner License?

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Do you have the following certification?- Certified Medical Examiner FMCSA (49 CFR 391.41-391-49)

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