Advanced Practice Clinician
Planned Parenthood of Greater New York · Schenectady, NY
- On site
- Full-time
- $133,000 / year
- Schenectady, NY
Job highlights
- Provide comprehensive sexual and reproductive healthcare.
- Assess, plan, and administer individualized patient care.
- Collaborate with healthcare team and make referrals.
- Assist in training and orienting new staff.
- Serve diverse patient populations with culturally responsive care.
About the role
About Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY)
At Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY), our greatest strengths are the employees who empower every individual with the information, resources, and care they need to live happy, healthy lives.
Picture yourself here: We are a team of trusted health care providers, educators, and fierce advocates committed to advancing equity and improving health outcomes in communities that face systemic barriers to quality, innovative sexual and reproductive health services -- including birth control, pregnancy testing, emergency contraception, cancer screenings, STI testing and treatment, HIV testing and prevention, transgender hormone therapy, wellness exams, crisis counseling, and financial counseling. PPGNY also proudly provides compassionate, nonjudgmental abortion services.
About the Role
When you join PPGNY as an Advanced Practice Clinician you will provide medical examinations for the purpose of providing sexual and reproductive health care including assessing general health, diagnosing medical conditions, and providing therapeutic assistance for a determined range of infections and disorders including HIV.
Additional Responsibilities
- Responsible for assessing, planning and administering health care which is individualized to the patient and consistent with the policies and protocols of PPGNY in a fast-paced environment.
- Provides full spectrum sexual and reproductive health care and education to patients including contraception, abortion, well-person examinations, testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections including HIV, and gender affirming health care.
- Collaborates with physicians and other members of the health care team and makes referrals to medical and community resources as indicated.
- Assists in training and orientation for newly hired staff.
Required Skills and Competencies
This job is based in Schenectady, but the employee is required to travel on a weekly basis or as needed to Johnstown, and sometimes to Saratoga and Queensbury. In addition, the employee will provide occasional support to the mobile health unit. Once signed off, the APC will be required to work one late night out of the week, which is at 6:00 PM.
- Graduation from a formal and accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, or Nurse Midwife Program (Required)
- Bachelors Degree (Required)
- State license as a Physician Assistant, Nurse Midwife or Nurse Practitioner and be certified by a national credentialing body (Required)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
- Proficient and high degree of comfort with EMR system.
- Ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental and culturally responsive care across race, class, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin or ability; and demonstrates deep sense of accountability to patient experience.
What makes you stand out
- Bilingual in Spanish
- 1+ year(s) work as a Clinician
- Experience with EPIC
- Masters Degree in related health field
- Experience working with LGBTQ+ populations
- Experience working with people newly diagnosed or living with HIV
Schedule
- Monday: 8am-6pm
- Tuesday: 8am-5pm
- Wednesday: 8am-6pm
- Thursday: 8am-5pm
- Friday: 8am-4pm
Compensation
$63.92 - $63.92 an hour
Benefits
- PPGNY's benefits package includes: Generous PTO and holiday schedule, Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents, FSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement funds, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Free Basic Life and AD&D, 401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employment.
Required Vaccinations and Testing
All positions at PPGNY require: Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season and Covid-19) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.
About PPGNY
Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our brick-and-mortar health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education.
At PPGNY, we provide the absolute best care to our patients and our communities through innovative health care delivery and education programming. We care for everyone who walks through our doors regardless of insurance, ability to pay or immigration status. As a leading voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY fiercely advocates for policies to ensure that all New Yorkers will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.
PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Key skills/competency
- Advanced Practice Clinician
- Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Patient Care
- Medical Examinations
- HIV Testing and Treatment
- Gender Affirming Care
- EMR Systems
- Culturally Responsive Care
- Physician Assistant
- Nurse Practitioner
Skills & topics
- Advanced Practice Clinician
- Physician Assistant
- Nurse Practitioner
- Nurse Midwife
- Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Healthcare
- Patient Care
- Schenectady Jobs
- Medical
- Clinician
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in sexual and reproductive health, EMR systems, and culturally responsive care. Quantify achievements whenever possible.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your passion for PPGNY's mission and clearly articulate how your skills align with the Advanced Practice Clinician role.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your experience providing compassionate, non-judgmental care and collaborating with diverse teams.
- Showcase relevant experience: Emphasize any experience with LGBTQ+ populations, HIV care, or bilingual Spanish skills, as these are standout qualifications.
- Research PPGNY's values: Understand their commitment to equity, advocacy, and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of an Advanced Practice Clinician at PPGNY?
- As an Advanced Practice Clinician at PPGNY, your primary responsibilities include conducting medical examinations for sexual and reproductive health, assessing general health, diagnosing conditions, and providing therapeutic assistance for various infections and disorders, including HIV. You will also be responsible for planning and administering individualized patient care, providing education, and collaborating with the healthcare team.
- What qualifications are mandatory for the Advanced Practice Clinician role at PPGNY?
- Mandatory qualifications include graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, or Nurse Midwife program, a Bachelor's Degree, and a valid state license as a Physician Assistant, Nurse Midwife, or Nurse Practitioner, along with national certification. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EMR systems is also required.
- Does the Advanced Practice Clinician role involve travel?
- Yes, this role is based in Schenectady and requires weekly travel to Johnstown, and occasional travel to Saratoga and Queensbury. You may also provide support to the mobile health unit.
- What kind of patient care is expected from an Advanced Practice Clinician at PPGNY?
- You are expected to provide compassionate, non-judgmental, and culturally responsive care to patients of all backgrounds. This includes individuals of diverse races, classes, ages, genders, sexual orientations, religions, ethnicities, national origins, and abilities. A strong sense of accountability to the patient experience is crucial.
- What are the benefits of working as an Advanced Practice Clinician at PPGNY?
- PPGNY offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO and holiday schedules, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, basic life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with Safe Harbor contributions.
- Are there any specific medical conditions or services that an Advanced Practice Clinician will focus on?
- The focus is on full-spectrum sexual and reproductive health care. This includes contraception, abortion services, well-person examinations, testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (including HIV), and gender-affirming health care. You will also assess and treat a range of other infections and disorders.
- What sets a candidate apart for this Advanced Practice Clinician position?
- Standout qualifications include being bilingual in Spanish, having over 1 year of experience as a clinician, experience with the EPIC EMR system, a Master's Degree in a related health field, and experience working with LGBTQ+ populations or individuals newly diagnosed or living with HIV.
- What are the working hours for this Advanced Practice Clinician role?
- The schedule includes late nights. Monday and Wednesday hours are 8 am - 6 pm, Tuesday and Thursday are 8 am - 5 pm, and Friday hours are 8 am - 4 pm. You will be required to work one late night out of the week until 6:00 PM.