Advanced Practice Provider (APP)- Primary Care HIV Specialist

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Esperanza Health Centers offers benefits to all its full-time employees :

BCBS Medical PPO Plans | Ameritas Dental | Eye Med Vision | 10 Paid Holidays and 26 Days of Paid Time Off | Continued Medical Education 5 days plus $2000|Eligibility for loan repayment through NHSC|

Compensation (Based on experience) : $1000,000 to $120,700

The Advanced Practice Provider - HIV Specialist is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered primary care to individuals, including those living with or at risk of HIV. This provider plays a critical role in the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of HIV, with attention to co-occurring conditions and health disparities. The position involves collaborating with interdisciplinary team members including nursing, behavioral health, case management, and pharmacy, to ensure continuity and excellence in patient care in accordance with current clinical guidelines.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities : (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions except for those that begin with the word "May.")

1. Provides comprehensive HIV care, including initiation and management of antiretroviral therapy (ART).

2. Manages ambulatory primary care medical practice by eliciting patient histories, performing physical examinations, providing accurate clinical diagnoses, prescribing evidence-based and cost-effective treatments and providing patient education.

3. Participate in Quality Improvement activities of the health center including complete, legible and accurate chart documentation, Peer Review chart audits and reviews, and designated projects.

4. Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and other diagnostics related to HIV and associated conditions.

5. Prescribes and manages medications, including PrEP, PEP, and treatment for co-morbidities.

6. Delivers education and counseling on HIV prevention, treatment adherence, and wellness strategies.

7. Builds and maintains a medical practice with follow-up of return appointments and referrals that assure continuity of care. Coordinates care with internal and external providers and support services..

8. Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).

9. Attends required trainings, team meetings, and professional development opportunities to maintain clinical competency.

10. Ensures care is delivered in a culturally competent, trauma-informed, and nonjudgmental manner.

11. Takes call for Esperanza Health Center patients as assigned by the Medical Director.

Additionally, the Physician- Primary Care HIV Specialist will provide cross coverage and support as required.

1. The Medical Provider will provide cross coverage and support for Primary Care and Infectious Disease functions as required.

2. Provides urgent care services for patients with acute medical concerns as needed. Responsibilities and duties continued.

3. Assists with general primary care visits during provider absences.

4. Supports STI screening and treatment services.

5. Participates in case conferences or interdisciplinary team rounds.

6. Engages in community outreach or telehealth visits to expand access to HIV services.

7. Provides consultation to peers on HIV-related care questions.

8. Assists in follow-up for patients with missed appointments or adherence challenges.

9. Collaborates with behavioral health and social work for wraparound services.

10. Contributes to public health efforts for testing and prevention.

11. Participates in coverage rotation for HIV clinical services.

Esperanza Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in primary care or infectious disease, preferably with HIV care.
• PA or NP degree, board certified or eligible.
• HIV specialty certification (AAHIVS) preferred or willing to obtain.
• Bilingual in English / Spanish strongly preferred.
• Experience with Athena EHR systems preferred.