Planned Parenthood of Maryland Inc. · 1 day ago
Clinician (WHNP/CRNP/CNM) full-time
Planned Parenthood of Maryland (PPM) is a not-for-profit family planning agency that provides high-quality, affordable reproductive health care for women, men, and teens. The Clinician is responsible for delivering comprehensive reproductive and sexual health care, including gynecology, family planning, and gender-affirming hormone therapy, while ensuring high-quality care in a supportive environment.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Secure a complete health history, including obstetric, gynecologic, contraceptive, medical, surgical, sexual, family health, and psycho-social, and record findings accurately and succinctly
Perform physical examinations with special emphasis on the reproductive system, including breast examination, reproductive organ examination, cancer screening tests, diagnosis of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and other types of more specialized procedures as may be indicated by medical standards and guidelines
After observation and approval, provide direct medical care to patients for core services, including family planning, medication abortion services, and gender affirming hormone therapy. Additional training opportunities may be available in procedural abortion, colposcopy and LEEP (Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure) services
Perform and interpret ultrasound for gestational dating and IUD localization
Perform all aspects of abortion care allowed by law and within PPM Medical Standards and Guidelines and protocols
Provide clinical services at an average rate of 4-5 patients/hour or greater, using PPFA and PPM standards and guidelines without compromising care
Participate in health center/affiliate efforts to achieve established revenue cycle goals
Conduct centralized follow-up for labs, radiology studies and referrals, as indicated and in accordance with PPM policies and procedures
Serve as a telephone resource for clients or medical information calls
Provide referrals and ensure follow-up
Perform order and interpret diagnostic studies as indicated and permitted by affiliate medical protocols
Consult with Clinical Services Leadership Team as needed to ensure compliance with PPM standards and guidelines
Participate in after-hours emergency call triage per PPM protocol
Provide relevant health instruction to include family planning, nutrition, sexual counseling, and principles of health promotion and maintenance
Complete all responsibilities according to established protocol, policies and standard practices in the areas of customer service, quality assurance and regulatory compliance programs such as HIPAA (Health Information Portability & Accountability Act), OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) and CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Administration) and Title X
Participate in the orientation of new staff
Participate in public education regarding mission and philosophy of PPM
Attend Clinician meetings
Attend Health Center Staff, committee, and other meetings as assigned
Assume responsibility for professional development and seek training opportunities for broadening scope of skills
Provide written and verbal feedback for support staff performance evaluations, training efforts, and quality improvements
Participate and partner with Center Managers on health center initiatives and expansion of services
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree or Doctorate in Nursing from an accredited nursing program required
Active and Unrestricted RN and NP/CNM licenses in Maryland required
BLS Certification from an American Heart Association accredited organization required
CDS/DEA registration required
GAHT required
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with patients and team members required
Demonstrate empathy and patient-centered care approach required
Ability to perform the physical tasks associated with patient care such as: standing for extended periods and lifting and moving patients or equipment is required
Ability to travel to any PPM health center
Ability to be flexible with scheduling of staffing needs, including after-hours and peer coverage, as requested
Preferred
Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience working in the field of sexual and reproductive health as an independent Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and/or Certified Nurse Midwife preferred
ACLS certification preferred
Proficiency with IUC insertion and removal procedures preferred
Proficiency with contraceptive implant insertion and removal procedures preferred
First trimester dating ultrasound skills and Medication AB experience preferred
Experience working with EPIC Electronic Health Record preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (available first of the month after date of hire)
Flexible Spending Account
Life, AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Ten Paid Holidays
License & Certification Renewal Reimbursement
CME/CEU annual budget & 3 days of paid time for Development
Educational Assistance/Reimbursement
Qualifies for PSLF and other PPFA Student Loan support
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Company
Planned Parenthood of Maryland Inc.
Planned Parenthood of Maryland (PPM) is a not-for-profit family planning agency that provides high-quality, affordable reproductive health care for women, men and teens.