Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner

Note: This is a long-term assignment and candidates will be offered all the federal benefits, including PTO's

Pay Rate: $67/Hr on 1099/C2C or $55/Hr on W2

Role: Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Pain Management

Location: Las Vegas Blvd N, Nellis AFB - NV

Duration: Long Term

Interview: MS Teams / In-Person

Priority: High

Position Type: Contract

Shift timings: Monday – Friday, typically 8 hours days 07:00-17:00 (hours may vary)

Unless ACC Family Day/Down Day and/or Federal Holiday then member will not be required to report to work.

Onsite Flexibility: 0% Remote

Job Description:

Education: Must have a Masters of Physician Assistant Studies degree from a PA educational program accredited by Accreditation Review Commission for the Physician Assistant or its predecessors, and acceptable to the Surgeon General, USAF, is mandatory – OR – Must have successfully completed all education and training requirements leading to and graduated from an accredited national, state or military equivalent school (MSN or DNP degree) for Nurse Practitioner (Family and/ or Geriatric Specialty)

General Knowledge: In addition to the general PA or NP skill set, contractor should have advanced knowledge of pharmacology and pain management protocols and demonstrate proficiency in performing minor surgical procedures and injections.

Certifications: The candidate shall hold and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications using American Heart Association or client guidelines. Members must present proof of current certification(s) through American Heart Association or client.

Experience: Shall have a minimum of 24 months of experience working as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner within the last 36 months. Previous experience in pain management or related fields is required, including knowledge of interventional pain management techniques, pharmacotherapy for chronic pain, and multimodal pain management strategies. Strongly preferred working knowledge of the military healthcare system, including TRICARE health benefits and familiarity with the unique needs of military families.

Certification: Candidate must hold current certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Maintenance of required certification is mandatory – OR – Must hold a Nurse Practitioner certification from either the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Licensure/Registration: For positions involving patient care, candidates must have a permanent, full, and unrestricted Physician Assistant license to practice in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States – OR – Must have and maintain throughout course of contract, a current, active, valid, unrestricted license (with no limitations, stipulations or pending adverse actions) to practice as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) from a US jurisdiction.

Roles and Responsibilities:

· Provide a full range of Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner services in primary and specialty medical care within the limits of their training and privileges granted by the MTF (e.g., supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute and chronic conditions involving any and all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated).

· Provide care for a variety of diseases and types of injuries (i.e., acute, chronic and minor trauma), and the skills to recognize emergency conditions in order to diagnose, prescribe for and treat diseases, disorders and injuries, and refer the more complex cases and serious conditions to qualified medical personnel and perform designated treatment.

· Shall provide outpatient health care to qualifying beneficiaries as scheduled by the Government.

· Care shall include but not be limited to continuing, comprehensive health maintenance and medical care to regardless of sex, age, or type of problem.

· Will maintain a program of comprehensive health, to include preventive medicine, behavioral sciences, and community health.

· Will perform occupational health exams and military retirement or separations physicals as operationally needed.

· Will perform virtual mental health assessments as part of military periodic health assessments (PHAs).

· May aid in the primary care for a panel of patients at Operational Medicine Clinics (Nellis or Creech).

As a PCM, will be the primary person responsible for the management of the health and wellness of his/her assigned patients. Duties include:

· Examination of patients, formulation differential diagnostic plans, defines and orders required diagnostic testing.

· Interpretation of examination findings and test results, and implementation of treatment plans.

· Answering patient telephone consults with the assistance of clinic staff.

· Ensure a safe work environment and employee safe work habits.

· Prepare records and reports as required in support of services rendered in accordance with established procedures.

· Promote preventive care and health maintenance including annual re-evaluations, positive health behaviors and self-care through both formal and individual education and counseling.

· Prescribe in accordance with approved treatment protocols and the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee approved medications and immunizations.

· Identify a medical problem and determine appropriate action to meet the problem, including referral to a physician.

· Perform specific diagnostic and therapeutic practices and procedures in accordance with scope of practice.

· Medical Procedures: Perform specific diagnostic and therapeutic practices, including:

· Dry needling, acupuncture, and/or trigger point injections.

· Various clinical tests (e.g., pulse oximetry, EKGs, glucose test ordering).

· Emergency Procedures: Maintain knowledge of emergency procedures to provide immediate care during emergencies (e.g., respiratory or cardiac arrest) and respond appropriately to urgent or emergent care situations, initiating interventions as needed and following established protocols for patient care.

· Establish collaborative rapport with physician, nursing and others in order to promote and facilitate primary care services.

· Teach patients and family member's healthy regimen and responsibility for achieving wellness.

· Attend staff meetings to provide case discussion, continuing education, and continuous quality improvement. Participate in the training and orientation of newly assigned personnel and contribute to team discussions during patient care conferences, safety huddles, and professional staff meetings

· Attend the daily clinic safety huddle and monthly flight meetings, where clinic information will be disseminated.

· Clearly communicate findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans to other health personnel, both orally and in written documentation.

· Effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of individuals in a professional manner.

My Account Manager, John Alfieri would be interested in speaking with you once you have reviewed the job description above entirely and if you feel it is a match. Please apply ASAP to discuss this opportunity and take it forward.

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You can feel free to call John directly regarding this role at 703-953-3118 Ext. 1113

Thanks and regards,

Mark Neville | Lead Recruiter | V.L.S Systems Inc.

Address: 4080 Lafayette Center Drive, Suite 300 | Chantilly | VA 20151

Contact: (571) 482-7504 | mark@vls-systems.com