Nurse Practitioner (northeastern)
Job posting number: #184395 (Ref:R131598)
Job Description
About the Opportunity
Summary:
University Health and Counseling services
This is a full-time position at 35 hours per week. A four day a week or five day a week schedule may be possible. Schedule will include at least one evening per week and one Saturday (12-4) per month and a rotating schedule over holidays. Other shifts may also available.
Qualifications:
- Certificate of Registration as a Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (For Physician Assistant - Bachelor's degree and graduation from Physician Asst. training program certified by the Board of Registration of Physician Assistants and passing of the certifying examination of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants). For NP’s, applicants with independent prescriptive authority preferred.
- Massachusetts and Federal DEA certificates required.
- Prior experience in primary care, particularly in student health is highly desirable.
- Previous triage experience for acute medical issues in a college health setting is preferred.
- Prior experience in gender affirming care, pregnancy options and medication abortion is preferred.
- Experience in STI and Contraceptive Management Required
- Demonstrated success in working inclusively in a highly diverse student setting preferred
- Must demonstrate enthusiasm in the mission of providing for the prevention , management and treatment of the medical needs of Northeastern University students both individually and community-wide;
- Demonstrated promptness in reporting and documentation; Excellent organizational skills; Ability to work with confidential and time sensitive information and materials; Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive team work environment;
- Facility with consulting and providing supervision and education to clinical colleagues as well as community clinicians, University staff and faculty, student organizations and partner institutions.
Responsibilities Include:
- Performs history and physical examinations, formulation of care plans, ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests and provides education to students, blood draws, injections.
- Prescribes medication or other forms of treatment, inhalation therapy or related therapeutic procedures.
- Document clinical encounters via an EMR clearly, precisely and in a timely manner.
- Follows established protocols and consults with supervising physician when appropriate.
- Provides medical advice and information to students during each visit to ensure understanding of their condition and treatment.
- Consults with specialist or outside providers in regard to student information and treatment.
- Refers students to emergency services or specialty providers when appropriate.
- Collaborates with other departments on campus and participates in wellness-related programs and activities; includes engaging in wellness tabling and discussions with students on campus or remotely.
- Participates In quality improvement projects and workgroups with other medical providers.
- Is engaged in lifelong learning and provides evidence-based care to all students.
Position Type
Student ServicesAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.