Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Geriatric Primary Care (Exp required)

Description

Who we are: We are a newly-established primary care practice with a mission of improving lives and communities through socially-supported care for older adults. Our unique model allows our clinicians to treat the whole patient, and not just their clinical needs. We do this by having a dedicated care team that supports our clinicians by addressing our patients’ social determinants of health and providing the highest quality of service possible. We do this by having a dedicated care team that supports our clinicians by addressing our patients’ social determinants of health and providing the highest quality of service possible so that together, we can accomplish our ultimate goal of creating generational health and equity for communities across the country, one patient at a time. When we Gather, we show love, compassion, community, and care.

Summary of the Primary Care Provider role: The older adults we serve experience challenges with social determinants of health and living, which impact their health. The Primary Care Provider will guide our patients to build their best lives according to their goals. They do this by providing a full spectrum of care while utilizing state-of-the-art technology and establishing trusted longitudinal care in our clinics and via telehealth. Working with other members of the care team, our "person-first" approach strives to create both individual and community wellness.

Note: We are unable to consider new graduates for this role at this time.

Day-to-day duties:

• Participate in our daily team huddles to discuss patient concerns and care plans
• Perform in-person exams as well as telehealth visits, supported by our EMTs who are in our patients’ homes
• Collaborate closely with our “Gather Guide Partners” who are part of the care team and work to address the patients’ social needs
• Communicate and follow up with emergency room providers regarding our patients’ history, needs, and care
• Communicate with patients to remain close to their health journey and provide support
• Document visits and clinical notes in our EHR (Athena)
• Provide on-call support for some escalated cases

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• An active medical license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or the ability to obtain one prior to start date
• At least 3 years of clinical experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner. We are unable to consider new graduates for this role at this time.
• Clinical proficiency in evidence-based primary care
• Ability to communicate and connect with patients from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Proven history of working successfully with EHR and other relevant technologies/tools
• Strong ethics with the ability to navigate through complex and highly sensitive situations with confidentiality
• Desire to be a part of a mission-driven organization with a focus on improving lives and communities
• Ability to work well with others in a non-hierarchical environment where opinions are welcomed regardless of titles
• Ability to remain calm when balancing conflicting priorities

Preferred Experience:

• Experience treating older adults in underserved communities with complex social challenges

Why you should join Gather Health:

• Make a Real Difference: We're not just providing healthcare; we're changing lives. Our Gather Guide Partners help patients overcome social barriers to health, such as accessing transportation, securing nutritious food, and finding community support. We've seen a 15% reduction in hospital readmissions among our patients due to this proactive approach.
• Be Part of a Cutting-Edge Model: Our unique model integrates telehealth, in-home visits with EMT support, and close collaboration with social support specialists. We're at the forefront of redefining primary care for seniors.
• Grow with Us: We're committed to your professional development. We offer ongoing training opportunities, mentorship programs, and clear pathways for career advancement within our growing organization.
• Thrive in a Supportive Culture: We value teamwork, open communication, and work-life balance. We foster a positive environment through regular team-building events, employee resource groups, and opportunities for feedback and recognition.

Gather Health is committed to equal employment opportunity. At Gather, we embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for all candidates and team members. Employment decisions are made without consideration of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, age, disability, political beliefs, military experience, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local legislation.

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