NP - PA - CNM - Los Angeles, CA (Part-Time) - (US-CA-South )

Minimum Education: High School
Job Type: Full Time
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Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is seeking well organized individuals with excellent verbal, written, presentation, and customer service skills to join the Client Services Team on a Part-time basis at our Los Angeles Health Centers as our Nurse Practitioner (Mid Level Clinician II/III)
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Essential Functions:
This position provides quality patient care including exam, diagnosis, treatment, education and counseling for clients in accordance with agency protocols. Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
* Securing a complete health history, including gynecologic, contraceptive, medical, surgical, sexual, family health, and psychosocial. Records findings accurately and succinctly.
* Performing physical exams with special emphasis on the reproductive system, including breast examination, pelvic examination, cancer screening tests, diagnosis of sexually transmitted infections, and other types of more specialized procedures as may be indicated by medical policy.
* Performing, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic studies as indicated and permitted by affiliate medical protocols.
* Recognizing and treating minor deviations from the normal, using prescribed protocols and consulting with the physician as needed.
* Providing relevant health instruction to include family planning, nutrition, sexual counseling, and principles of health promotion and maintenance.
* Collaborating with the health team and other community agencies and resources through joint planning and coordination of activities in providing comprehensive care.
* Working to ensure understanding and acceptance by colleagues, other professionals, consumers, and the community at large.

Desired Talents and Attributes:
* Possess all applicable certifications, as required by the agency.
* Must pass any applicable agency qualifying exam(s).
* Ability to travel to multiple clinic sites.
* Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and Saturdays.
* A reliable means of transportation is required.
* Must have excellent customer service skills and be committed to providing the highest level of customer service.
* Ability to work independently and as a team member.
* Ability to diplomatically communicate and interact well with patients, staff and volunteers.
* Able to demonstrate mature judgment, initiative and critical thinking.
* Accuracy and attention to detail essential.
* Ability to read and implement written instructions.
* Ability to relate to diverse communities.
* Professional appearance and attitude.
* Possess a warm and caring manner.

Education and Experience:
* Completion of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Course Work.
* A valid and current California license as a Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, or Physician Assistant
* Current furnishing license.
* Current CPR certification is required.
* Current ACLS certification may be required.
* At least three years of experience in women's health care is preferred.
* National Certification is recommended.
* DEA # may be required.
Planned Parenthood is the largest provider of reproductive healthcare in Los Angeles. In addition to competitive salaries, PPLA employees receive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. Other benefits include 403B and a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan. Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

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