AHMG Diabetes and Endocrinology at Apopka - APRN or PA-C

AdventHealth Medical Group is associated with the largest Protestant not-for-profit healthcare system in the world, AdventHealth and a national leader in quality, safety and patient satisfaction. AHMG’s advanced practice providers manage the treatment and care for our patients in the practice setting, as well as at AdventHealth’s eleven campuses in Altamonte Springs, Apopka, Celebration, AdventHealth for Children, East Orlando, Kissimmee, Orlando, Winter Park, Waterman, Winter Garden, and AdventHealth for Women

AdventHealth Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology at Apopka

Nurse Practitioner, ARNP or Physician Assistant, PA-C

Opportunity at AdventHealth Apopka

General Summary:

The ARNP or PA, under the supervision of the Physician(s) who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for:

• Performs physical examinations and evaluation of adult patients with diabetes, endocrine disorders and metabolic diseases
• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as routine laboratory, X-ray, etc.
• Monitors the patient’s course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed
• Collaborates with physician supervisor(s) and staff, as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support to staff
• Displays a caring and professional attitude at all time as well as maintaining personal and professional growth
• Write and/or dictate progress notes, procedure notes, history and physical examination, in accordance with medical policies.
• Evaluate the processes and outcomes to enhance the delivery of excellent, cost-effective health care
• Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Schedule Details:

• Schedule is Monday – Friday
• Campus: AH Apopka
• Holiday rotation

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, parents and hospital medical staff
• Desire to become part of a multi-disciplinary thoracic surgery program
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule as evening and weekend on-call/rounding will be required
• Candidate must be able to successfully pass a third-party background check and pre-employment drug screen

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
• 1-3 years previous experience providing care for patients with diabetes and endocrine disorders (Preferred)

Licensure, Certification, and Registration:

• Current, valid Florida APRN or PA license
• Current, valid DEA license
• ANCC, NCCPA (or equivalent) certification
• BLS and ACLS required

Hospital Description

AdventHealth Apopka is an acute-care 120 bed community hospital located in Orange County, just a short drive from Orlando, Florida.  Founded in 1975, we provide a wide array of inpatient and outpatient services, ranging from critical care to specialized emergency medicine.  We believe in a whole person philosophy of care that seeks to create a true partnership with the residents of Apopka designed to help them live a healthier, fuller life – in mind, body and spirit.

Community Description

AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year. 

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At AdventHealth, Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ is our mission. It calls us to be His hands and feet in helping people feel whole. Our story is one of hope — one that strives to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit.

More than 95,000 skilled and compassionate caregivers in physician practices, hospitals, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies and hospice centers provide individualized, wholistic care.

Our Christian mission, shared vision, common values and focus on whole-person health is our commitment to making communities healthier with a unified system: 50 hospital campuses and hundreds of care sites in diverse markets throughout nine states.

Orlando is known as the City Beautiful. There is much more than theme parks here! Our community is culturally diverse and a great place to raise a family. We have excellent public and private schools. Orlando is also the setting for several colleges and Universities, including the University of Central Florida.  We are home to multiple theaters, art museums, art festivals and film festivals. We are well known for our excellent restaurants. We have a vibrant sports community with national teams like the Orlando Magic Basketball and Orlando City Soccer Club. We offer year round pleasant weather for outdoor fun and are only an hour away from some of the most scenic beaches in the Southeast.

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