Advanced Practice Clinician
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Temporary FT APC to cover 12 weeks of FMLA January- April 2020

The Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) provides clinical care to Emerson College students experiencing acute illnesses/injuries and chronic health conditions at the Boston campus health center / Center for Health & Wellness (CHW). The APC is expected to provide services and care that supports the CHW mission to assist students to achieve their own personal wellness and contributes to the achievement of their academic success. The APC is expected to exhibit a commitment to diversity, collaboration and team building.
Reports to: Director, Center for Health & Wellness

Direct Staff Reports: None
Student Workers this position supports: None

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Assess/manage acute illnesses & injuries
  
• Obtain health histories, medication use, allergies & risk assessment screenings
  
• Review immunization status & provide immunizations
  
• Functions under defined scope of practice for Advanced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant which include, assessment, diagnosis, ordering/interpretation of laboratory or x-rays as well as prescribing of medication when indicated
  
• Refers students to specialists as appropriate
  
• Collaborate and consult with other CHW team clinicians & the consulting physician when appropriate and to fulfill Commonwealth Of MA regulations
  

Other Responsibilities:

• Phone & on site triage assessment of students presenting/calling with non-emergency health concerns
  
• Perform office procedures including: incision & drainage; suturing, CLIA laboratory /microscopy, phlebotomy, basic orthopedic immobilization
  
• May participate in development or implementation of educational outreach activities
  
• File Care & Support reports to CAST case manager
  
• Document medical visits, follow -up test results within the students EHR on a timely basis
  
• Communicate with students through the Online secure health portal
  

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a professional advanced practice educational program MS degree in Nursing or related science/health specialty field
  
• Current MA license for RN/NP or PA & eligibility for DEA/MDPH prescriptive authority
  
• Demonstration of strong interpersonal and excellent clinical decision making skills
  
• Ability to perform phlebotomy & CLIA waived laboratory testing
  
• Current Professional Liability/ Malpractice Insurance $3 M per occurrence / $6 M aggregate
  
• Current CPR certification
  
• Working knowledge of developmental needs of adolescents/middle aged adults
  
• Demonstrated competence and experience with GYN, Contraceptive, STI, PrEP
• Familiarity using screening tools, PHQ-9, GAD, AUDIT, CUDIT
• Familiarity with using electronic medical record (Medicat preferred)

Required Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in adult, family or primary care practice setting
  

Preferred Work Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years clinical practice in ambulatory, primary care school or college-based practice setting
  
• Experience with culturally diverse population
  
• Prior experience in developing/presenting outreach programs
  

Work Environment and Demands of the position:

Physical Place and Existing Conditions
Usual Office Conditions
Intellectual and Mental Concentration for extended periods of time
Requires long periods of mental concentration
Requires constant coordination of Mental and Visual Attention
Yes
Requires ability to stand and/or sit for long periods of time:
Yes
Requires ability to lift and move objects that are
Under 10 lbs
Requires ability to move materials
No
Requires working in difficult physical positions and body contortions
No
Amount of time required to travel to do this job
N/A







Grade of Position: A17E

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25

Hiring Range: $55,162.50 - $57,825.00

9 month position paid over 12 months


To apply, please visit: https://emerson.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Emerson_College_Staff/job/Boston-Campus/Advanced-Practice-Clinician_JR001450

About Us
Emerson College is the nation’s only four-year institution dedicated exclusively to majors in communication and the arts in a liberal arts context. Its main campus is located in the center of the dynamic multicultural city of Boston, in close proximity to major publishing houses, arts institutions, and research centers. The college also has campuses in Los Angeles and the Netherlands. Emerson College enrolls over 4,300 graduate and undergraduate students from more than 70 countries and all 50 states.

Diversity Statement
Emerson College believes diversity enriches the educational experience by providing students with the opportunity to learn from individuals who may have different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Engagement with diversity in the curriculum, in our co-curricular offerings, and all other aspects of the College enhances the personal and intellectual growth of all members of our campus community. Emerson is committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for meaningful citizenship in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society. Emerson College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender in its educational programs or activities. Emerson has designated the Associate Vice President, Title IX, and Clery Coordinator to respond to inquiries regarding the College Sexual Misconduct Policy. The Title IX Coordinator may be reached at 8 Park Plaza, Transportation Bldg, Room 230 Boston, MA 02116; Telephone: 617-824-8999; email: titleix@emerson.edu

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n accordance with the federal Clery and Campus SaVE Acts, Emerson College commits to providing all current and prospective students and employees with access to the annual campus security reports for each of our campuses. This report may be accessed from the Emerson College Police Department website.

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