Advance Practice Provider - CMC Thatcher

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Director of Outpatient Clinics and in collaboration with supervising physicians, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) delivers high-quality, patient-centered outpatient care. The APP works closely with providers, nursing staff, and support teams to ensure efficient clinic operations, quality improvement, and an exceptional patient experience.

Required Qualifications

· Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or ARC-PA Physician Assistant program; Master’s degree required for NP.

· Current national board certification (AANP, ANCC, NCCPA, or equivalent).

· Unrestricted Arizona license as a PA or Advanced Practice Nurse.

· Meets hospital privileging criteria and payer credentialing requirements.

· Demonstrated recent clinical competence through patient care or recent clinical training.

· Current DEA Certificate.

· Current CPR certification (AHA Healthcare Provider or equivalent).

· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and full HIPAA compliance.

· Demonstrated professionalism, communication, accountability, and commitment to high-quality care.

Preferred Qualifications

·  Experience with Meditech or other EHR systems.

Principal Clinical / Technical Duties — Patient Care

· Conducts assessments; diagnoses and manages acute and chronic conditions.

· Obtains medical history and performs age-appropriate physical exams.

· Orders and interprets diagnostic tests.

· Identifies risk factors and develops individualized care plans.

· Evaluates treatment effectiveness and adjusts plans as needed.

· Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.

· Educates patients and families and communicates care plans clearly.

· Documents care promptly and responds to patient calls timely.

· Utilizes MGRMC and community referrals appropriately.

· Upholds patient-centered care, cultural sensitivity, and confidentiality.

Core Competencies

· Contributes to efficient clinic operations and ensures appropriate patient access.

· Meets patient contact hour and RVU targets.

· Adheres to policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines.

· Assists with regulatory readiness.

· Demonstrates initiative, critical thinking, and continuous improvement.

· Models organizational professionalism and values.

Teamwork

· Provides leadership and serves as a clinical resource.

· Participates in training, orientation, and evaluation of staff.

· Participates in meetings and committee work.

· Engages in community education and professional representation.

· Supports process improvement and team collaboration.

· Maintains effective communication and promotes work-life balance.