Nurse Practitioner - Ob/Gyn

Torrance Memorial Medical Center • Full-time • Torrance, California, United States • 1d ago

The OBGYN/Women’s Heath NP works as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team to provide direct patient care in the OB/GYN department, including prenatal, postpartum, and gynecological care to Torrance memorial Physician Network (TMPN) patients.

EXPECTATIONS

Ability to see the big picture, multitask, work well in teams, and be highly detailed oriented.
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide primary healthcare to both obstetric and gynecologic patients.
Conduct pre- and post-treatment surgical care to patients.
Perform comprehensive family planning counseling, screening, care and procedures.
Elicits and records information about patient’s medical history.
Orders or executes various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition.
Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination and diagnoses condition of patient.
Administers or prescribes treatments.
Determines and prescribes medication, dosage and schedule given the patient’s condition and allergies.
Provides prenatal care to pregnant women. Provides postnatal care to mothers and infants.
Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to the patient’s age, gender, and disease specific needs.
Review incoming reports (labs, x-rays, EKG, consult notes, outside records) in a timely manner and notify patient.
Formulate treatment plan for acute and chronic medical conditions, provide preventive health services, arrange follow-up.
Determine and prescribe medication, dosage, and schedule given the patient’s condition and allergies.
Arrange specialty referrals for services not provided by TMPN.
Consult with supervising physician whenever any questions arise as to the diagnostic evaluation or treatment plan.
Promote patient satisfaction principles and foster an excellent environment for the patient and their family.

Additional Responsibilities

Use and disclose patients’ protected health information only in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards.
Promote a cohesive, cooperative working relationship with fellow providers which may include helping with excess patient loads.
Actively participate in TMPN’s peer-review and quality assurance activities to improve HEDIS, UDS and other quality metrics, including timely access to prenatal care, post-partum care, cervical cancer screening, breast cancer screening, immunization rates etc.
Participate in provider meetings, staff meetings, and any other committee meetings as assigned.
Ensures the proper and timely documentation of medical health records for clinical work and accurate billing.
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required education, experience and/or training:

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
Active and unrestricted California Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
National certification as a Physician Assistant from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) OR as a Nurse Practitioner from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
Active and unrestricted DEA license.
BLS certification
At least two (2) years of experience in OB-GYN health care setting
Familiarity with electronic health records (Cerner preferred)
Must be able to interact with people of various socioeconomic statuses and address sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to multitask and prioritize projects.
Ability to work independently and/or in a team collaborative setting.
Excellent customer service, leadership and motivational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with diverse populations.
Flexibility with schedule.

Travel required or Special Conditions:

Must have a reliable automobile for use on the job (mileage to be reimbursed);
Must possess valid California Driver License;
Must have and maintain State required automobile insurance coverage; and
TB and post-employment physical clearance, to be renewed every year.

Hours: TMPN is open Monday – Friday 8am-5pm. Specific hours flexible depending on operational needs.

Provide postpartum care to new mothers, including monitoring their physical and emotional well-being.
Educate patients on reproductive health, contraception methods, and family planning options.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients.

Pay: $53.90 - $90.54 per hour

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