Why Beacon

At Beacon, you’ll join a health system committed to innovation, professional growth, and a culture of compassion. Our six-point operating system, referred to as “The Beacon Way” guides how we work and how we care:

• Leverage innovation

• Cultivate human talent

• Embrace performance improvement

• Build greatness through accountability

• Use information to advance care

• Communicate clearly and continuously

Position Summary

Join a highly engaged, mission-driven team providing comprehensive care in a dedicated Clinic or Hospital setting. You will work closely with committed physicians who prioritize mentorship, professional development, and team-based learning. This role offers an opportunity to collaborate with staff members to support seamless patient care. You will make a meaningful impact serving as a trusted partner to patients and families navigating health care needs.

Coordinates and delivers primary care in collaboration with the Practice Site Physician by:

• Working within their approved scope of practice.

• Obtaining complete medical history and physical data on patients.

• Interpreting and integrating data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.

• Performing a complete physical exam and recording findings. Collaborating with physicians in managing the medical needs of patients.

• Order appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.

• Educating and advising patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommending community resources to meet patient and family needs.

• Support patient access and care coordination through triage, follow-up, and management of urgent situations

Provides clinical and administrative assistance to BMG programs, e.g., education, follow-up, and the like by:

• Participating in health education.

• Maintaining related records and statistical data and preparing statistical reports as needed.

• Participating in interdisciplinary care conferences and assisting with referrals and dissemination of information to appropriate vendors.

• Assisting in the development and coordination of ongoing education and follow-up programs designed to measure client outcomes.

Organizational Responsibilities

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.

• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.

• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.

• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout the fiscal year.

• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.

• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patients and self.

• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.

• Complies with established organization and department policies.

• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Education/ Licensure / Certification

Required Credential(s):

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.

• Current, valid state licensure and appropriate certification (NCCPA or ANCC/AANP) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.

• BLS obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date if required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications if required.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Requires a thorough knowledge of practice standards and policies and procedures of BMG and the appropriate professional organization.

• Requires a high level of analytical skills necessary to assess the patient and participate in follow-up care planning.

• Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patient(s), family of patient(s), physicians, other professionals and paraprofessionals.

• Demonstrates high level of communication skills, both oral and written, necessary for effective communication with patient/family, physicians, and referral sources.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Works in a clinic environment requiring physical exertion, frequent changes in job demands, and exposure to biohazards.

• Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs, lift up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds without assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.

Mission, Values, and Service Goals

• Mission: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.

• Values: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.

• Service Goals: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.