Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct medical services in the area of adult primary care at Craven County Health Department / Craven County Community Health Center.

Essential Functions

Adult Primary Care
Review patient medical history, assess, diagnose, and treat a broad variety of adult acute and chronic illnesses. Order appropriate diagnostic testing, therapeutic procedures, and counsel patients. Prescribe medications as indicated by diagnosis. Make referrals to other medical facilities as needed. Document all the above thoroughly and accurately in electronic medical record. Code primary care visits on patient E-superbill appropriately according to level of care given and time spent with patient. Consult with oversight physician on a regular and as needed basis regarding patient care. Meet all documentation requirements for Meaningful Use, PQRS, and UDS reporting measures to receive proper reimbursements for the agency.

Additional Support

• Complete required training to maintain licensure.
• Maintain CPR certificate.
• In the event of a disaster, may be required to assist as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or management.

Minimum Education and Experience

Licensed as Physician Assistant by the North Carolina Medical Board or approved to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or licensed Physician with the North Carolina Medical Board and two years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Public Health experience preferred.

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of family medicine and disease states.

***Eligible for student loan repayment programs

Job Types: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Local Government Pension
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• FQHC- Many HRSA Student Loan repayment programs

Medical Specialty:

• Primary Care

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Primary Care
• Public Health

Ability to Commute:

• New Bern, NC 28562 (Required)

Work Location: In person