Allergy Advanced Practice Provider (APRN / PA)

The Advanced Practice Provider (APRN / PA) is responsible for providing direct patient care and office procedures under direct, and at times, general supervision of the physician. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Greet patients with courtesy and respect. Answer questions and direct requests appropriately and efficiently. • Provide direct patient care in the office, under the direction and in accordance with supervising physician. • Document care provided in the office setting within 24 hours. • Provide physician examination(s). • Obtain patient medical, social and family history, drug allergies, current medications and vital signs. • Set up and provide/assist with office surgical procedures; remove sutures, staples, change dressings. • Establish presumptive diagnoses and be responsible under the physician' supervision for the management of the patient's problems following diagnosis. • Initiate appropriate laboratory, radiologic and special examinations for tests required for the evaluation of illness and prepared written summary of care. • Communicate with patients by phone or letter regarding their problems, after consultation with the supervising physician. • Review patient records and educate patient(s) and family members regarding visit, examination, treatment and medications, side effects, procedures (including written pre and post-op care) and testing. • Answer incoming telephone calls as needed and • take message if appropriate and document, • determine status of patient's symptoms and direct care accordingly. (i.e. inform doctor if immediate care is needed, offer work-in versus routine appointment, and refer patient to emergency room for emergent issues) • Schedule all surgeries on physician schedule and with concerned facilities, assistant physicians, etc. • Schedule pre-operative x-rays and laboratory work. • Report laboratory and x-ray results to patient, after physician instruction. • Prescribe and/or adjust prescription medications, in accordance with education and management protocols. • Adjust schedules according to physician's request. • Clean and sterilize instruments. • Anticipate departmental needs and improve office efficiency by assisting other staff as necessary. • Complete office/hospital charge slips with appropriate diagnosis/CPT code and submit for data entry. • In absence of physician, the APRN/PA is the responsible provider in the office, per physician agreement. • Assist in the training of health care personnel in certain diagnostic, therapeutic and clinical techniques, as directed by the supervising physician. • As a role model in the department, the APRN/PA must remain professional at all times. Avoid gossip and work to ensure equality and calmness amongst all staff members. • Maintain all licenses and certifications, including maintaining the prescribed hours of medical education program attendance. • Maintain compliance with attached collaborative agreement with physician and MCC. CORPORATE CULTURE RESPONSIBILITIES • Follow established corporate and department-specific policies and procedures • Attend all corporate and department-specific required training. • Uphold MCC's Purpose, Values, and Vision. • Abide by MCC's Corporate Culture Responsibilities. • Perform other duties as may be assigned cheerfully and willingly. Requirements EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS • Successful Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program • Licensure (or in the process of obtaining licensure) in the state of Florida as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse • Active DEA license not required prior to hire; however, supervising physician will communicate if this is required and the protocols for utilization. • New graduates are welcome and considered for this position. • Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Displays customer services skills, strong interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Be a person of integrity and character, willing to embrace change and make a positive impact in the lives of patients and co-workers. • Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner. • Displays computer proficiency (i.e. PC windows and MS Office environment) and ability to quickly learn new applications. • Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures within nursing field. • Proficient in use of English language both in written and verbal communication. • Must be able to communicate with individuals of varying socio-economic backgrounds. • Displays ability of giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. • Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Sedentary (exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally) • Standing/Walking: Frequently • Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from &fac34; of the time • Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods. • Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions. • Ability to work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, and walking) for extended periods of time.

Created: 2026-03-11