Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Location: Bakersfield, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shifts: Days (Mon - Fri)

Setting: Outpatient (PACE Program)

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide comprehensive primary care services to seniors enrolled in a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Working collaboratively with the Medical Director and interdisciplinary care team, the NP/PA will assess, diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic health conditions while coordinating participant-centered care across clinic, home, hospital, nursing facility, and community settings. This role is focused on promoting independence, improving health outcomes, and enhancing quality of life for older adults.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive health assessments, physical exams, and periodic reassessments while developing individualized care plans.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions by ordering/interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and performing procedures within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, specialists, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, continuous care.
• Provide primary care services in clinic, participant homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, and community settings as needed.
• Monitor participant progress, adjust treatment plans, provide patient/caregiver education, and promote preventive care.
• Maintain accurate and compliant electronic medical records (EMR).
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and case conferences.
• Ensure compliance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and patient safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current, unrestricted California NP or PA license.
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain within six months of hire).
• Minimum 5 years of clinical nursing or advanced practice experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience caring for frail, elderly, or geriatric populations required.
• Experience in PACE, primary care, geriatrics, outpatient care, home health, or community health preferred.
• Experience working within an interdisciplinary healthcare team preferred.
• Supervisory or leadership experience is a plus.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Referral Bonus Program
• Professional Development & Continuing Education Opportunities
• Collaborative Interdisciplinary Work Environment