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At Blue Shield of California we are parents, leader, students, visionaries, heroes, and providers. Everyday we come together striving to fulfill our mission, to ensure all Californians have access to high-quality health care at a sustainably affordable price. For more than 80 years, Blue Shield of California has been dedicated to transforming health care by making it more accessible, cost-effective, and customer-centric. We are a not-for-profit, independent member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association with 6,800 employees, more than $20 billion in annual revenue and 4.3 million members. The company has contributed more than $500 million to Blue Shield of California Foundation since 2002 to have a positive impact on California communities. Blue Shield of California is headquartered in Oakland, California with 18 additional locations including Sacramento, Los Angeles, and San Diego. We’re excited to share Blue Shield of California has received awards and recognition for – LGBT diversity, quality improvement, most influential women in corporate America, Bay Area’s top companies in volunteering & giving, and one of the world’s most ethical companies. Here at Blue Shield of California, we’re striving to make a positive change across our industry and the communities we live in – Join us!

Description

Position Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner medical provider is responsible for evaluating and treating patients under the general supervision of the Medical Director. The role operates out of the Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan clinics located in Palmdale and Lancaster (Antelope Valley). Understands and abides by all departmental policies and procedures as well as the organization’s Standards of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program. Participates actively in ensuring that all state and federal rules and regulations are followed as they apply to this position. Abides by all applicable laws and regulations as mandated by state and federal laws and prevents being excluded or sanctioned from any state and/or federal programs as they pertain to healthcare.


Specific Responsibilities Include:


Evaluate and treat clinic patients

Perform minor surgical procedures

Write necessary prescriptions

Evaluate x-rays

Women’s health, pediatric care, family medicine and urgent care

Maintain excellent chart documentation

Perform patient follow up

Maintain a neat and organized personal work area

Know and follow all procedures for any real or simulated emergency

Other duties as assigned



Qualifications


Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

Active California Nurse Practitioner license

Minimum 3 years direct patient care experience

Strong clinical assessment skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, English proficiency required

Ability to work independently

A valid California Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance is required

Preferences:

Experience working with patients in emergency medicine preferred

Experience working with Medi-Cal and/or Medicare populations

Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, NCQA guidelines preferred

Fluency in Spanish is preferred

Knowledge and past application of continuous quality improvement methodologies


Physical Requirements

Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment. Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork – Activity level: Sedentary, frequency most of work day.
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Employer: Confidential
Post Date: Apr 26, 2024
Profession: Advanced Practitioner
Job Type: NP
Specialty: None
Location: California - Palmdale
Job Reference: 1002610
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