First Choice Health Centers is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for our family care practice in Manchester, CT. This position is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in delivery of direct patient care in an outpatient setting.
Why First Choice?
We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and employee well-being!
Reimbursement for licenses ($1500) and CME coursework ($2500) annually5 days Paid CME time20 days of Vacation, 8 Paid Holidays, and 2 Floating Holidays per yearMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or moreRetirement savings program, including a safe harbor 401k with up to a 4% company match after 6 months of employmentCompany paid Life insuranceVoluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care InsuranceComplimentary premium Calm Health membershipFor more than 25 years First Choice Health Centers has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that breaks down barriers to care helping individuals and communities live healthier lives. To learn more about First Choice Health Centers, visit us at firstchc.org.
Experience and Training:
Proven experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant evaluating patients of all ages and establishing care plans A current license to practice as a NP or PA in the state of Connecticut.Appropriate Board CertificationA commitment to serving diverse and vulnerable populations with compassion and respect.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.Connecticut Controlled Substance license and DEA licenseBLS Certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience certifications, etc. Range for this position is $115,000 - $160,000Standard Job Duties:
Evaluates, assesses patient illness/injuries assessing all ages.Chronic care management.Performs physical examinations, and special examinations.Takes medical histories.Develops plans of care.Provides routine and illness care.Orders medications; orders diagnostic tests; and evaluates results.Assumes responsibility for patient follow-up, coordination, and referrals to other health care providers as necessary.Maintains patient medical records.Provides patient counseling/education.Participates in medical student and health professional teaching.Performs related duties as required.COVID-19 considerations: Employees of First Choice Health Centers must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Certain exemptions may apply.
First Choice is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test, including marijuana testing, before beginning employment.
First Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
First Choice Health Centers is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for our primary care practice in East Hartford, CT. This position is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in delivery of direct patient care in an outpatient setting.
Why First Choice?
We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and employee well-being!
Reimbursement for licenses ($1500) and CME coursework ($2500) annually5 days Paid CME time20 days of Vacation, 8 Paid Holidays, and 2 Floating Holidays per yearMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or moreRetirement savings program, including a safe harbor 401k with up to a 4% company match after 6 months of employmentCompany paid Life insuranceVoluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care InsuranceComplimentary premium Calm Health membershipFor more than 25 years First Choice Health Centers has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that breaks down barriers to care helping individuals and communities live healthier lives. To learn more about First Choice Health Centers, visit us at firstchc.org.
Experience and Training:
Proven experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant establishing care plans and A current license to practice as a NP or PA in the state of Connecticut.Appropriate Board CertificationA commitment to serving diverse and vulnerable populations with compassion and respect.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.Connecticut Controlled Substance license and DEA licenseBLS Certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience certifications, etc. Range for this position is $115,000 - $160,000Standard Job Duties:
Evaluates, assesses patient illness/injuries.Chronic care managementPerforms physical examinations, and special examinations.Takes medical histories.Develops plans of care.Provides routine and illness care.Orders medications; orders diagnostic tests; and evaluates results.Assumes responsibility for patient follow-up, coordination, and referrals to other health care providers as necessary.Maintains patient medical records.Provides patient counseling/education.Participates in medical student and health professional teaching.Performs related duties as required.COVID-19 considerations: Employees of First Choice Health Centers must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Certain exemptions may apply.
First Choice is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test, including marijuana testing, before beginning employment.
First Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
First Choice Health Centers is looking for a Medical Assistant to work alongside our Clinical and Operations team with providing direct care services including patient engagement and care coordination within the communities of East Hartford, CT. This position is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in delivery of patient care in an outpatient setting.
Why First Choice?
We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and employee well-being!
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more20 days of Vacation, 8 Paid Holidays, and 2 Floating Holidays per yearRetirement savings program, including a safe harbor 401k with up to a 4% company match after 6 months of employmentCompany paid Life insuranceVoluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care InsuranceComplimentary premium Calm membership for you and 5 additional memberships you can share (#1 mental health app)Recognition programsPaid Basic Life Support certification with renewal every 2 years.Primarily a Monday through Friday schedule working 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. There is one late night until 6 pm but you will get out on Friday at 3 pm.The hourly range for this position is $17.50 - $22/hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience certifications, etc.For more than 25 years First Choice Health Centers has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that breaks down barriers to care helping individuals and communities live healthier lives. To learn more about First Choice Health Centers, visit us at firstchc.org.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Experience with an electronic health recordKnowledge of medical terminologyExperience and Training:
Graduate of an Accredited Medical Assistant Program or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant ProgramCertified Medical Assistant is a plus1 + years of MA/CNA experienceBLS CertificationStandard Job Duties:
Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients to be seen by collecting and recording clinical information as per process, responding to patient phone calls and documenting patient interactionsManage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with appointment and scheduling guidelinesDocument all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and timely in the electronic health recordSchedule tests, treatments and follow up visits on behalf of patients, assist patients with identifying suitable outside resources and other services where appropriateMonitor task list (telephone encounters) in order to respond in a timely manner, follow up on overdue orders and monitor status of critical referralsAdhere to all patient safety standards and infection control guidelinesAssist care team to assure smooth office operation and delivery of excellent service through teamwork.First Choice is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
COVID-19 considerations: Employees at First Choice Health Centers must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Certain exemptions may apply.
First Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
First Choice Health Centers is looking for an Ophthalmic Technician to work alongside our Optometry and Operations team in delivering patient care by preparing patient rooms for patient use, cleaning, maintaining, and setting up equipment for use and assisting in any procedures within scope as noted below.
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Why First Choice?
We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and employee well-being!
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more20 days of Vacation, 8 Paid Holidays, and 2 Floating Holidays per yearRetirement savings program, including a safe harbor 401k with up to a 4% company match after 6 months of employmentCompany paid Life insuranceVoluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care InsuranceComplimentary premium Calm membership for you and 5 additional memberships you can share (#1 mental health app)Recognition programsPaid Basic Life Support certification with renewal every 2 years.Primarily a Monday through Friday schedule working 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. There is one late night until 6 pm but you will get out on Friday at 3 pm.The hourly range for this position is $17.50 - $22.50/hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience certifications, etc.For more than 25 years First Choice Health Centers has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that breaks down barriers to care helping individuals and communities live healthier lives. To learn more about First Choice Health Centers, visit us at firstchc.org.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Experience with an electronic health recordFamiliarity with medical terms associated with eye treatment.Excellent with multitasking, organization, and time management in prioritizing appointments to maintain efficient patient flow.This position requires the ability to communicate, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.Knowledge of medical assisting normally associated with obtaining an associate degree in medical Assistance is (preferred)National Certification as a Medical Assistant (preferred)Experience and Training:
High School Diploma or equivalentExperience in an optometry office (preferred)BLS CertificationBilling and coding experience in an EMR system.Preferred but not required - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)Standard Job Duties:
The Ophthalmic Technician will assist the optometrist in providing patient care, performing tests, maintaining equipment, and managing patient recordsPerform pre-testing: test visual acuity, autorefraction, tonometry (IOP), pachymetry, use auto-lensmeter (read glasses for provider)Conduct ancillary testing as needed (OCT and fundus photography)Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients to be seen by collecting and recording clinical information as per process, responding to patient phone calls and documenting patient interactions.Assist optometrist with patient care, including taking medical histories and performing preliminary testsPerform verbal interview with patient prior to visit with optometrist to determine medical issues and reasons for their visit for communication to optometrist prior to appointmentAssists optometrist to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as possible.Records and maintains patient records / files in compliance with company, federal, and state policies (HIPAA)Manage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with appointment and scheduling guidelines.Clean and maintain equipment and instrumentsDocument all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and timely in the electronic health recordSchedule tests, treatments and follow up visits on behalf of patients, assist patients with identifying suitable outside resources and other services where appropriateMonitor task list (telephone encounters) in order to respond in a timely manner, follow up on overdue orders and monitor status of critical referralsAdhere to all patient safety standards and infection control guidelinesAssist care team to assure smooth office operation and delivery of excellent service through teamwork.Performs other duties within the Practice as requested and as time allowsFirst Choice is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. This includes testing for marijuana per policy.
First Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Read LessFirst Choice Health Centers (FCHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with outpatient nursing opportunities in East Hartford, CT! Our Staff LPNs are primarily responsible for managing urgent and emergent patient calls across all disciplines, in addition to performing licensed professional nursing functions to assess the needs and severity of patients requesting healthcare services. The LPN functions as an essential member of the healthcare team, facilitating patient medication refills, managing providers' schedules, counseling patients and other related tasks as needed.
Why First Choice?
We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and employee well-being! For full-time employees:
Day shift position; start time is 8:00 am; minimal rotation on Saturday shiftFree on-site parking!20 days of Vacation, 8 Paid Holidays, and 2 Floating Holidays per yearReimbursement for annual DPH license renewalMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or moreCompany paid Life insuranceVoluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care InsuranceRetirement savings program, including a safe harbor 401k with up to a 4% company match after 6 months of employmentComplimentary premium Calm Health membership (1 mental health app)Formal recognition programsThe hourly pay range for this position is $27.00 - $33.00/hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience certifications, etc.For more than 25 years First Choice Health Centers has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that breaks down barriers to care helping individuals and communities live healthier lives. To learn more about First Choice Health Centers, visit us at firstchc.org.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Experience with an electronic health record systemVaccine Administration experienceExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsA positive attitude and willingness to be cross-trained in multiple specialty areas, including pediatricsExperience and Training:
A valid LPN license in the state of ConnecticutBLS CertificationStandard Job Duties:
Provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of the nursing processMaintains accurate medication inventory listings, oversees the CT Vaccine Program in accordance with Center policies and requirements including monthly inventory, ordering and documentation on each patient in the electronic health record with required elementsAccurately documents in the electronic health record, all assessments, vital signs, specimen collections, interventions, evaluations and responses, teaching, procedures, narratives, referrals, etc. in the proper patient recordManages prescriptions and medication refills for providers in accordance with the Nurse Performs wound care using appropriate infection control practicesPerform periodic meaningful use documentation including depression screening, sexual history, alcohol and substance abuse history and assessment. Refers appropriate patients to specialty providers in relation to the responses to the noted assessmentsWorks with medical assistants to ensure safe and effective patient care is rendered in accordance with the medical assistant's scope of practiceInteracts with outside agencies to manage patient care outside the CenterMonitor task list (telephone encounters) in order to respond in a timely manner, follow up on overdue orders and monitor status of critical referralsAdhere to all patient safety standards and infection control guidelinesAssist care team to assure smooth office operation and delivery of excellent service through teamwork.COVID-19 considerations: Employees of First Choice Health Centers must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Certain exemptions may apply.
First Choice is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test, including testing for marijuana, before beginning employment.
First Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. We participate in the E-Verify program.
First Choice Health Centers (FCHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with outpatient nursing opportunities in East Hartford, CT! Our Staff LPNs are primarily responsible for managing urgent and emergent patient calls across all disciplines, in addition to performing licensed professional nursing functions to assess the needs and severity of patients requesting healthcare services. The LPN functions as an essential member of the healthcare team, facilitating patient medication refills, managing providers' schedules, counseling patients and other related tasks as needed.
Why First Choice?
We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and employee well-being! For Full Time Employees, we offer:
20 days of Vacation, 8 Paid Holidays, and 2 Floating Holidays per yearAnnual reimbursement for LPN licenseMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or moreRetirement savings program, including a safe harbor 401k with up to a 4% company match after 6 months of employmentCompany paid Life insuranceVoluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care InsuranceComplimentary premium Calm Health membershipThe annual pay range for this position is $26.50 - $32.50/hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience certifications, etc.For more than 25 years First Choice Health Centers has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that breaks down barriers to care helping individuals and communities live healthier lives. To learn more about First Choice Health Centers, visit us at firstchc.org.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Experience with an electronic health record systemVaccine Administration experienceExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsA positive attitude and willingness to be cross-trained in multiple specialty areas, including pediatricsExperience and Training:
A valid LPN license in the state of ConnecticutBLS CertificationStandard Job Duties:
Provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of the nursing processMaintains accurate medication inventory listings, oversees the CT Vaccine Program in accordance with Center policies and requirements including monthly inventory, ordering and documentation on each patient in the electronic health record with required elementsAccurately documents in the electronic health record, all assessments, vital signs, specimen collections, interventions, evaluations and responses, teaching, procedures, narratives, referrals, etc. in the proper patient recordManages prescriptions and medication refills for providers in accordance with the Nurse Performs wound care using appropriate infection control practicesPerform periodic meaningful use documentation including depression screening, sexual history, alcohol and substance abuse history and assessment. Refers appropriate patients to specialty providers in relation to the responses to the noted assessmentsWorks with medical assistants to ensure safe and effective patient care is rendered in accordance with the medical assistant's scope of practiceInteracts with outside agencies to manage patient care outside the CenterMonitor task list (telephone encounters) in order to respond in a timely manner, follow up on overdue orders and monitor status of critical referralsAdhere to all patient safety standards and infection control guidelinesAssist care team to assure smooth office operation and delivery of excellent service through teamwork.COVID-19 considerations: Employees of First Choice Health Centers must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Certain exemptions may apply.
First Choice is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test, including testing for marijuana, before beginning employment.
First Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. We participate in the E-Verify program.
