Clinician

The Virginia League for Planned Parenthood is seeking a Full-Time Clinician to join our team at our Virginia Beach Health Center! Who We Are At Planned Parenthood our mission is to ensure all people have access to the care and resources they need to make informed decisions about their bodies, their lives, and their futures.
Founded in 1916, Planned Parenthood is a trusted health care provider, educator, and passionate advocate here in the U.
S.
as well as a strong partner to health and rights organizations around the world.
Each year, Planned Parenthood delivers vital sexual and reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of people.
Job Summary VLPP clinicians provide high quality patient centered care in accordance with practice protocols.
This may include initiation and maintenance of patients seeking general (primary) healthcare, family planning services, gender-affirming hormone care and abortion services.
Functions within the medical protocols established within the standards and guidelines and standing orders and as part of a patient care team.
Education / Certification Requirements: FNP, WHNP, or CNM - to include prescriptive authority, DEA license, current BLS certification.
Additional Qualifications: Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; Preferred experience with LARC including IUDs and implants, medication abortion and ultrasound, GAHT or primary care, however, we are willing to train.
Duties and Responsibilities (may include some or all of the following): 1.
Perform all tasks according to VLPP Medical Standards and Guidelines as well as relevant HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA, VDH and other regulatory requirements, including infection control standards and security guidelines.
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Greet patients in a friendly and welcoming manner.
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Review and interpret patient medical and social history.
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Provide patients with appropriate and unbiased information, education and resources related to general health, chronic medical conditions, family planning methods, sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy options and abortion services.
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Perform appropriate medical assessment and management for a range of conditions as per appropriate scope of practice and training.
This will be assessed by the Chief Medical Officer and/or her delegates.
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Evaluate patient needs, provide treatment options and implement regimens, including administering and prescribing medications.
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Perform procedures as trained/privileged, such as EKG, spirometry, ultrasound, IUD insertion/removal, implant insertion/removal, colposcopy, LEEP, etc.
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Provide medical management for procedure-related complications; assume lead role in management of emergency situations as necessary.
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Order lab tests as indicated, interpret results and ensure appropriate follow-up.
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Perform PPM procedures as approved by the Lab Director and participate in internal and external assessment of lab proficiency.
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Perform accurate and thorough medical documentation in patient records and clinic logs; file and maintain patient records.
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Ensure complete and accurate coding for visits/services rendered.
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Participate in patient follow-up and referral system in compliance with indicated treatment plans, notification and reminder requirements and timelines.
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Respond to client telephone and electronic inquiries/requests regarding their medical care and condition.
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Participating in affiliate Quality Assurance efforts including audit review 16.
May be called to provide backup coverage for nursing roles in Abortion Services and Clinical Consultation Line coverage during times of short staffing and/or training 17.
Participate in affiliate training programs by attending scheduled group trainings and meetings, reading and integrating assigned written materials and completing individual eLearning modules as required; assist in efforts to train new staff including licensed and non-licensed staff as necessary.
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Participate in clinic efforts to achieve customer service, productivity and revenue goals; demonstrate commitment to center’s operating values of patient-centered care, team approach to work and consistent regulatory compliance/inspection readiness.
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Precept/train medical trainees and students within guidelines of affiliate programs.
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Provide medical oversight and training of unlicensed staff as necessary.
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Serve as a member of the clinician team and QRM committee or subcommittees as assigned.
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Provide backup for recovery room and sedation nurses as necessary/able.
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Perform other duties as needed/required.
Schedule: Full-time: Monday-Friday between 8:30 am and 7 pm, 40hrs/week, 4-5 days/week, and one Saturday every 4-6 weeks.
Start Date: Beginning of May or June 2024 Benefits include: Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance 401k matching Employer sponsored life insurance 9 paid holidays per year Paid Time Off Employer Assistance Program A Key Role in Public Health Community is the heart of Planned Parenthood and we strive to be good neighbors in partnership with on-the-ground health and rights organizations.
Our expert health care professionals are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate, and affordable care.
No matter what.
As a leader in sexual and reproductive services, Planned Parenthood is proud to serve the diverse needs of local communities through a national network of more than 600 health centers operated by our affiliates.
Planned Parenthood health centers provide a wide range of services — namely preventive care, including birth control, testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections, and screenings for cervical and other cancers.
Our dedicated doctors, nurses, and support staff take time to not only talk with patients, but to see them for who they are as individuals and support the life they envision for themselves.