Job Description
Job Summary:
Central Jersey Internal Medicine Associates is a private, physician-owned primary care practice located in the heart of Central Jersey. Our team consists of 6 Internists, 4 APN’s, a Registered Dietitian/certified Diabetes Educator, and a Nurse Care Manager. We have 2 locations: Somerset and Monroe.
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Mid-Level Primary Care Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing healthcare team. This position is primarily for our Monroe office location. This provider will work in a collaborative environment within an adult-focused Primary Care/Internal Medicine practice, delivering high-quality care to our patients. The ideal candidate will have experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing both acute and chronic conditions, with a strong focus on preventative care, wellness visits, and physical exams.
This Position will be primarily for the Monroe office location.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Care:
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including history-taking, physical exams, and diagnostic evaluations for adults.
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions, including but not limited to diabetes, hypertension, COPD, and cardiovascular disease.
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, lab results, imaging, and other diagnostic procedures.
- Provide education to patients and families regarding treatment plans, medication management, and lifestyle modifications.
- Prescribe medications, therapies, and other treatments as needed, in accordance with the scope of practice and applicable state regulations.
Preventative Care & Wellness:
- Perform annual wellness visits, physical exams, and preventive screenings in accordance with evidence-based guidelines.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with chronic diseases to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Promote and educate patients about healthy lifestyle choices and disease prevention strategies.
- Provide immunizations, routine screenings (e.g., cancer screenings), and counseling on preventive healthcare topics.
- Collaborative Care:
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
- Participate in case discussions, patient management meetings, and other interdisciplinary team activities.
- Consult with specialists and refer patients as needed for specialized care.
Documentation & Compliance:
- Accurately document patient assessments, plans, progress notes, and procedures in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Ensure compliance with all relevant state and federal healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and safety standards.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices, clinical guidelines, and emerging healthcare trends.
- Patient Support & Communication:
- Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with patients to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction.
- Effectively communicate with patients regarding their health concerns, treatment options, and care instructions.
- Provide follow-up care and check-ins as necessary to ensure patient progress and health goals are being met.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Nursing (for Nurse Practitioners) or Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies (for Physician Assistants).
- Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).
- Current state licensure as an NP or PA, with prescriptive authority as required.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience in a Primary Care or Internal Medicine setting (preferred not mandatory).
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
- Internal Medicine
- Primary Care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,