Family Medicine Physician Job at John Muir Health in Walnut Creek, CA

Job ID: 1382781

Nurse Practitioner | Family Medicine Job | Walnut Creek, CA

part of John Muir Health

Job Overview

Job Responsibilities:

Review patients' medical histories and order diagnostic tests to diagnose and manage chronic medical conditions, acute illnesses, mental health disorders and age-related health issues.
Perform extensive assessments aligned with 4 Ms: Mentation, Mobility, Medications, What Matters
Conduct in-depth, senior-centered physical evaluations.
Evaluate patient mental health, nutrition and external support networks.
Educate patients and caregivers on coping skills to handle age-related health issues.
Create treatment plans and execute strategies to stabilize patient health, mitigate physical and mental health threats and improve overall well-being.
Work closely with the geriatrician, IDT (interdisciplinary team) not exclusive of PCPs, social workers, RNs, care coordinators, pharmacists, behavior health, specialists and community groups to coordinate treatment plans.
Perform transitional care including post discharge follow ups from hospital and skilled care facilities, medication reconciliation and perioperative assessments as needed.
Follows evidence-based, national and internal practice guidelines and policies.
Attends required IDT meetings and any pertinent administrative committee meetings as needed.

Qualifications:

Required:

Graduate of an NP-focused Master’s or Doctoral nursing program with national NP Board Certification
Current RN and DEA license or eligibility in California
At least 3 years of experience in general adult medicine, ideally in geriatric medicine.
Must provide references focusing on quality, excellent patient centered-care, bedside manner and professional demeanor and collaboration in multidisciplinary team environment
Must be physically able to perform all required duties in the clinic setting.
Adhere to evidence-based, national and internal practice guidelines and policies.
Comfortable taking care of frail older patients with multiple comorbidities and demonstrate empathy, compassion, and respect for the unique needs of elderly patients
Excellent communication skills with ability to adjust communication styles when working with patients, their families and colleagues.
Flexibility and willingness to pivot to various functions within the realm of providing geriatric care in the clinic setting.
Must be compliant with chart and EMR compliance policies.

Desired:

Highly organized, strong time management skills and flexibility to manage multiple timelines and activities.
Understands job responsibilities may extend beyond clinic hours for completion of chart notes and EMR in-basket items.
Provides after hours call coverage when needed.
Willingness to play a key role in driving clinical initiatives related to the care of the aging population.
Experience with Epic EMR and performing telehealth video visits.
Experience or strong desire to work as a member of the care team to meet the challenge of caring for an aging vulnerable patient population.