Pediatric Advanced Practice Clinician

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$5,178.81 - $6,623.89 Semimonthly

Department:

Health Department

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

The Opportunity:

Overview:

Employees qualify for various loan repayment programs.

We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and prompt health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities. We're seeking a visionary and dynamic leader who is creative in problem solving and contributes new ideas and solutions to the organization to join our team as the Integrated Clinical Services

As a Pediatric Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) with a focus on prevention of disease and promotion of health, your role is crucial in providing specialized services to a diverse range of patients, including refugees and individuals from low-income populations. Here are some key responsibilities and considerations for your role:

• Comprehensive Pediatric Care:

• Provide comprehensive and age-appropriate healthcare services to pediatric patients, including preventive care, immunizations, and routine check-ups.

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and developmental well-being.

• Preventive Healthcare:

• Emphasize and implement preventive healthcare measures to promote healthy lifestyles and reduce the incidence of diseases.

• Educate patients and their families on the importance of vaccinations, nutrition, and other preventive measures.

• Therapeutic Relationship:

• Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients and their families, fostering trust and effective communication.

• Consider the unique needs and cultural backgrounds of refugees and low-income populations, adapting your approach to ensure culturally competent care.

• Cultural Sensitivity:

• Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity in your interactions with patients from diverse backgrounds.

• Understand the potential challenges and barriers to healthcare access that may be present in refugee and low-income populations.

• Community Outreach and Education:

• Engage in community outreach to increase awareness of healthcare services and resources available to the pediatric population.

• Collaborate with community organizations to address social determinants of health that may impact the well-being of your patients.

• Collaborative Care:

• Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and social workers, to ensure a holistic and coordinated approach to patient care.

• Participate in case conferences and multidisciplinary teams to address complex healthcare needs.

• Advocacy:

• Advocate for the needs of pediatric patients, especially those from marginalized populations, to ensure they have access to quality healthcare services.

• Stay informed about policies and initiatives that impact pediatric healthcare and actively participate in advocacy efforts.

• Continuing Education:

• Stay updated on the latest developments in pediatric healthcare through continuous learning and professional development.

• Attend conferences, workshops, and training sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge.

By fulfilling these responsibilities, you contribute significantly to the well-being of pediatric patients, particularly those in vulnerable populations, and play a vital role in promoting a healthier community.

THIS WORK MATTERS!

Duties will include:

As the Pediatric Advanced Practice Clinician, you will provide:

Direct care:

• Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic medical conditions and diseases according to scope of practice pediatric clients to include conducting a medical history, conducting physical exams, perform treatments such as suturing simple lacerations and wound care, etc.,

• ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, devising a course of treatment, discussing alternative treatment, risk and benefits of treatment,

• prescribing and monitoring medications,

• appropriate counseling of patient and reassessment of the patient at appropriate intervals.

• Provide patient education on disease treatment options, nutrition, exercise, and health maintenance behavior.

• Maintains high quality notes and recommendations for treatment and next steps in the care plan as part of a team-based approach.

Indirect care:

• Seeks clinical consultation from other clinicians as needed as part of practice management.

• Provide consultation to other providers, nurses and support staff.

• Prioritize and direct activities of the care team.

• Coordinates with behavioral health, pharmacy, and dental providers to effectively integrate care.

• Provides coverage for clinical colleagues in their absence.

• Completes patient documentation and manages electronic in-basket according to established policies and procedures.

• Utilizes panel based information technology tools to prioritize and direct proactive care for patients assigned to provider or team panel including preventive health screening and chronic disease care management.

• Follow-ups on utilization issues (ED, hospital admissions) including specialty referrals and consultations.

• Participates in Team, Professional, and Health Center-wide meetings.

• Participates in continuing education to maintain licensure, and current, evidence based practice.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Masters degree or equivalent in nursing from an accredited college or university

• Possession of a valid Pediatric Nurse Practitioner certificate

• License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Oregon

• CPR/BLS certification

• DEA certification

Preferred Special Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of general medicine and surgery;

• Demonstrated knowledge of methods and techniques of diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases and injuries;

• Ability to effectively screen and gather required information in a professional, culturally competent and customer service oriented manner;

• Ability to motivate clients through discussion and persuasion;

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;

• Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities;

• Ability to maintain composure and work objectively with clients who may be hostile or verbally abusive.

• Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

The Application Packet:

• A resume or curriculum vitae AND

• A cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications for the position.

Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.

The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular, full or part time, temporary, and limited duration assignments.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications

• Phone screen

• Oral exam

• Consideration of top candidates

• Language assessment (if applicable)

• Background, reference, and education checks

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

For those that do not have 1 year of clinical experience, we invite you to reach out to the recruiter, Darcy Stjernberg Morey, for more information on our Fellowship program for new graduates.

Our Commitment to Safety, Trust and Belonging: Multnomah County is committed to developing, nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our Workforce Equity Strategic Plan and exploring our Core Competencies for all County employees.

Salary/Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Questions? Please contact the recruiter.

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Darcy Stjernberg Morey

Email:

darcy.stjernberg-morey@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (503) 9885958 x85958

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:

6324 - Advanced Practice Clinician (Exempt)