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Baylor Scott & White Health lists this Nurse Practitioner Telemedicine Headache opportunity in indianapolis, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Highlights
nnnPrimarily Remote - Work from home with approximately two weeks of initial training in Temple, TX and occasional in-person educational meetings throughout the year (travel reimbursement provided).
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nnMonday-Friday Schedule - Enjoy a predictable 8:00 AM-5:00 PM schedule with no weekends
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nnSupportive Team Environment - Join a close-knit telemedicine team with dedicated LVN and Community Health Worker support.
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nnComprehensive Onboarding - Two-week orientation with shadowing, ongoing mentorship, and regular check-ins from experienced APPs and physician leadership.
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nnSpecialty Practice - Manage new, follow-up, and established headache patients while developing expertise in a growing subspecialty.
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nnManageable Patient Volume - Average of 15 patients per day, allowing time for quality patient care and in-basket management.
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nnGrowing Service Line - Be part of Baylor Scott & White's expanding telemedicine program with strong organizational support.
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nnIdeal Background - Five years of APP experience is preferred. Headache medicine experience is preferred, with candidates from Neurology, Family Medicine, Primary Care, or Urgent Care encouraged to apply.
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n nAbout Us
nHere at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
nOur Core Values are:
nnnWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
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nnWe never settle by constantly striving for better.
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nnWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
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nnWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
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n nBenefits
nOur benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
nnnImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
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nn401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
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nnTuition Reimbursement
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nnPTO accrual beginning Day 1
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n nNote: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
nJob Summary
nThe Nurse Practitioner (NP) Telemedicine is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an autonomous provider, recognized by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. An APP in telemedicine provides outpatient care for various conditions through virtual means.
nEssential Functions of the Role
nnnAssesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
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nnOrders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
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nnPrescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or other treatments. Performs procedures following approved policies, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
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nnFormulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments. Uses evidence-based medicine, standards of care, and guidelines. Partners with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care and effectiveness of care.
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nnCounsel's patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsel's patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
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nnMaintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Provides consultation services for conditions related to the Provider's specialty and training.
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nnPerforms invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider's level of proficiency as delegated by supervising Physician.
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nnMay be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.
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n nKey Success Factors
nnnKnow the information and techniques to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment options, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
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nnKnowledge of values, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
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nnVerbal and written communication skills.
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nnInterpersonal skills.
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nnCritical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.
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nnSkill in the use of computers and related software applications.
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nnAbility to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans.
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nnAbility to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.
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nnAbility to interpret and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests. Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Texas.
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nnBasic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
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nnNational Nurse Practitioner certification in area of specialty for intended patient population.
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n nBelonging Statement
nWe believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
nQUALIFICATIONS
nnnEDUCATION - Graduate of an Accredited Program
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nnEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
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n nAs a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Worksite address
indianapolis, IN, 46262, US
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