Tapestry
Clinician/Nurse Practitioner
Job purpose
Participate as a member of the medical service delivery team in the health management and treatment of individuals seeking medical services with Tapestry.
Provide confidential, non-judgmental medical services, counseling, and education to clients concerning reproductive health issues to enable them to make fully informed decisions and access the full range of medical services needed.
Duties and responsibilities
Perform routine initial/ annual comprehensive exams and other reproductive health related exams to all clients.
Provide for the assessment and management of sexually transmitted infections, vaginitis, urinary tract infections and other reproductive health issues in accordance with Tapestry medical protocols
Review of client’s medical history and other medically relevant information.
Order laboratory and diagnostic tests as described in the protocol
Perform lab tests and venipuncture as needed and within scope of practice.
Provide appropriate birth control methods and medication in accordance with Tapestry medical protocols.
Provide reproductive health counseling and distribute appropriate written information.
Make appropriate referrals to other health care providers for services beyond the scope of Tapestry
Document all information in electronic medical record and on logs per protocol.
Alert supervisor of need for DCF notification of abuse of minor clients
Assist in training and orientation of new staff, interns and/or volunteers.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Licensed to practice advance practice nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or NurseMidwife or as a Physician’s Assistant by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
Board Certified by American Nursing Association, or American College of Nurse Midwives, or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners or National Commission on Certification of Physician’s Assistants
One-year clinical experience in women’s health preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills required.
Ability to work with a diverse clientele and staff, and to work as part of a team.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
Computer skills, experience with an EMR preferred
Supports the mission and goals of the agency.
Working conditions
Job requires some evening hours weekly. Occasional occurrences of dealing professionally with challenging clients is required
Physical requirements
Able to sit at a desk to use computer, general administrative duties and make phone calls for 4 plus hours per day.
Able to stand for up to 4 plus hours/day,
Able to sit for up to 4 plus hours/day
Able to walk to offices within the clinic site to deliver services.
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $47.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Standard shift:
Day shift
Weekly schedule:
No weekends
Work setting:
Clinic
In-person
Work Location: In perso