About Consolidated Tribal Health Project, Inc.

Consolidated Tribal Health Project, Inc. is a rural community health clinic that was incorporated as a 501 ( c )(3) in 1984 to address the disparity in health care among Native American people living in Mendocino County.

Our Mission

Consolidated Tribal Health Clinic, Inc. is committed to healthy lifestyles and honoring traditional Native American values to maintain physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social wellbeing of the community.

Salary Range - $150,000-$170,000
POSITION: (FNP) Family Nurse Practitioner with Pediatric Experience DEPT: Medical
REPORTS TO: Medical Director FSLA STATUS: Exempt
SUPERVISES: None
POSITION SUMMARY : Provide direct patient care to patients seeking medical care at CTHP.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Under the direction of CTHP Medical Director provide direct patient care: ob/gyn; pediatrics; general adult
• primary care, acute and chronic.
• Provide direct services to pregnant women and their infants, including set-up and visits to satellite clinic sites. Services to include pregnancy tests, follow-up exams.
• Coordinate service with other department staff.
• Identify and coordinate outreach services and participate in set-up of outreach service network to include county-wide needs assessment of outreach services available to CTHP clients.
• Identify and coordinate countywide network of health care providers and support service professionals for perinatal services.
• Working with the Medical Director and other programs and/or agency staff to establish procedures with intrapartum care providers for transfer of patient services and relevant information.
• Provide and attend staff in-service training.
• Coordinate statistical reports required by IHS and other funding agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS :

• Current California license as a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
• Current CPR certificate3. Appreciation of Native American culture and understanding of economic needs of rural Native America community.
• Experience in community clinic setting; ability to provide quality medical care to low-income community
• Strong communication skills essential.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in-group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; the job requires writing important medical information about/for patients or co-workers. Edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information. This position requires reading health, nutrition and/or medical information that necessitates understanding of what is read.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and utilize materials properly.

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

INDIAN PREFERENCE: Preference in filling vacancies will be given to qualified Indian candidates, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). In other than the above, CTHP is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and does not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age disability or sexual orientation.

NOTICE OF DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT REQUIREMENT: CTHP is required to implement the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, 45 CFR Part 76, Subpart F. As such, it is unlawful for employees to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance on the job site. Employees who are
reasonably suspected of violating this act may be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. Employer required fitness examinations shall include drug testing as evidence of employee and employer compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and/or smell.
The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit and climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift
and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

This Job Description describes the essential duties and qualifications. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities, or qualifications of the job; management has the exclusive right to alter or add to this job description at any time without notice. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

Compensation Package:

• Provider Recruitment Program/Bonus-$50,000 for nurse practitioners/physician assistants/certified nurse midwives (NPs/PAs/CNMs)
• 401K available, and 5% employer contribution at 90 days.
• Employer provides $50,000 life insurance policy for full-time employees and additional coverage is available for purchase.
• Relocation Costs
• CTHP can help facilitate the Indian Health Service (IHS) Loan Repayment Program (LRP). This program offers up to $50,000 in loan repayment for qualified healthcare professionals, in exchange for a two-year service commitment at facilities serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Additionally CTHP is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. As a participant in the PSLF program, you can have your remaining Direct Loans forgiven after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time at our clinic.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Redwood Valley, CA 95470: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person