Job Description
Job Description
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Our Accolades.
Four Seasons is proud to have been named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work, and to have been Living Wage Certified in Western North Carolina. Our approach to providing not only excellent care to our patients and families, but also providing the same heartfelt care and commitment to our employees, leads us to be recognized as not only a leader in hospice and palliative care, but also a beacon of excellence as an employer in Western North Carolina.
Our Benefits. Four Seasons offers an excellent benefits package for both full time and part time eligible employees, which may include :
- Competitive Salaries, Reviewed Annually
- Annual Operational Performance Bonus Opportunities
- $0 Employee Premiums on Medical Insurance
- Annual $600 Well-Care Benefit Towards Self-Care, Childcare, Pet Care, or Elder Care
- Medical & Dental Insurance Benefits First of the Month after Hire
- 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off Package : 20+ Days of PTO Per Year
- Up to 6 Paid Holidays
- Employer Paid STD, LTD, & Life Insurance
- Employer Paid Teletherapy & Telemedicine Coverage
- Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- A Robust Employee Wellness Program
- Up to $3k in Tuition Reimbursement Each Year
Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Palliative Care
Reports To : Regional Director of Palliative Care - North
Status : Salary (Exempt)
FT, PT, PRN : Full Time
Shift : Monday - Friday 8 : 30 am - 4 : 30 pm; after hours call by rotation
Location : Buncombe County
Position Summary :
Provide patient care consultation and treatment to patients with serious illness with support from a collaborative physician.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities :
Work to achieve performance goals, pursue progress toward individual development plan (IDP) and demonstrate Four Seasons values and competenciesProvide direct client care consultations, to include participation in patient and family counseling and management of symptoms related to life-limiting conditions in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplainsTake clinical call for palliative care clientsActively participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings for development and evaluation of the clients plan of careCreate and maintain accurate patient recordsPractice within the scope of license, certification or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulationServe as clinical resource for staff of Four Seasons, staff at facilities served, and providers in the communityMaintain current medical education and appropriate licensurePerform other duties as requested or assignedKnowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations and Medicare Conditions of ParticipationKnowledge of HIPAA privacy rules and regulationsKnowledge of electronic medical records systemsBasic data entry skillsExcellent organization skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to work under pressure to meet deadlinesAbility to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuityAbility to interact with various departments throughout the organizationAbility to work flexible hours, if neededAbility to participate as a team player to coordinate projectsAbility to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projectsMinimum Qualifications :
Education :
Master’s degree and clinical rotation, preferred.Experience :
2 years of (post education) experience is requiredPalliative care experience preferredLicensures & Certifications : (if applicable)
Current NP or PA Board Approved CertificationCurrent NC Medical License in good standingCurrent DEA Registration in good standingMeet and maintain eligibility requirements to be appointed medical staff and qualify for privileges at partner facilitiesValid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.Summary of Physical Requirements :
Walking, standing, sittingHand dexterity with gripping / grasping to include writingOther Duties :
Maintain current medical education and appropriate licensurePractice safety and infection control methodsMaintain documentation of collaborative practice / supervision as appropriate for medical licensure.