Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)- COPC Sports, Spine and Joint

Job Description

Central Ohio Primary Care is seeking a full time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) for our COPC Sports, Spine & Joint office in Westerville, OH. The APP, in collaboration with the Physicians, coordinates the healthcare of patients in the practice during office visits. This position monitors the patient’s status and collects data to evaluate and improve care by providing a comprehensive assessment, implementing the appropriate treatment, and evaluating the patient's progress.

This is a full-time position working Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30 pm.

It is a salaried position with benefits, PTO, holidays, 401k and profit sharing plan, CME and the opportunity for an annual bonus based on productivity.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Develop patient care treatment plans by obtaining medical histories and conducting physical exams of patients during the appointment. This includes establishing a diagnosis and formation of treatment plans. These will be follow-up appointments with patients who have already seen the Physician.

Patients are seen for spine, and musculoskeletal conditions.

Educate patients and caregivers on conditions, outcomes, or treatment plan.

Consult with Physicians and clinical staff regarding issues, treatment plan and progress.

Perform and document peripheral joint injections and trigger point injections in the clinic setting.

Prescribe medication dosages, routes and frequencies based on individual patient needs.

Order, perform and/or interpret results of diagnostic tests when necessary.

Participate in monitoring patient outcomes. Assure quality of care by adhering to professional standards and procedures set by federal, state and company requirements.

Maintain accurate records of assessments, follow-ups, and evaluations.

Education, Licensures & Certifications:

Master's Level Degree required.

Must be considered a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) by nationally recognized board in the state of Ohio.

Qualifications:

Experience working in a primary care setting for a minimum of 1 year post graduation as an Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) or Physician Assistant.

Experience in an Orthopedic, Sports Medicine, or PMR capacity is preferred.

Experience with Pain management is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to work under pressure.

Proficient in clinical practice protocols and delivering primary care.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Extensive knowledge of medical terminology.

Excellent relationship building skills.

Excellent listening, communication and documentation skills.

Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures used in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of common health problems.

Knowledge safety and infection control practices and procedures.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Possesses customer service-oriented mindset.

EPIC experience is needed. Training is available at onboarding.

Full-time