Primary Care Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
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Provide on-site primary care services to residents in long-term care settings. Diagnose and treat conditions, develop care plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure compassionate, personalized care.
Responsibilities
- Provide primary care services to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities
- Perform physical exams and medical history assessments
- Diagnose and treat chronic and acute health conditions
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests and lab results
- Develop and adjust individualized care plans
- Prescribe medications and monitor treatment effectiveness
- Collaborate with facility staff and interdisciplinary teams
- Educate patients and families about treatment options and care goals
- Ensure a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for residents
Requirements
- Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Physician license
- State-specific license in good standing in New York
- Minimum 6 months of experience in long-term care or a skilled nursing facility
- Strong communication, clinical, and critical thinking skills
- Passion for elder care and person-centered healthcare
- Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds and stand / walk / work on your feet up to 6-8 hours per day
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 months of experience in long-term care or a skilled nursing facility
Skills
* Required skills
Benefits
About The MedElite Group
Since 2011, MedElite has been dedicated to improving the standard of care in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities nationwide by implementing a data-driven, "treat in place" model that enhances resident health outcomes.