Nurse Practitioner OR Physicians Assistant (NP/PA) - Hybrid (Cincinnati OR Columbus)

Job Description:

This role can operate remotely out of Cincinnati or Columbus, with visits to the hub location 1-2 times per week.


The Pod Provider delivers comprehensive chronic disease management (e.g. hypertension, diabetes, chronic kidney disease), evaluation of acute concerns, behavioral health condition management (i.e. depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use disorder), and preventative care and wellness support (including sexual and reproductive health). The role works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of clinical and non-clinical members to develop member care plans and to support members throughout their care journey. The Pod Provider also assists with the development and enhancement of clinical programs, initiatives, processes, and policies.

This role can operate remotely out of Cincinnati or Columbus, with visits to the hub location 1-2 times per week.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive clinical intake visits. Provide longitudinal direct primary care or wrap-around care with focus on chronic condition management and preventative care. timely follow-up for members post transition of care event, acute need or according to condition-specific needs.

• Proactively outreach to members who need follow up care. Complete comprehensive and compliant diagnosis capture related to HCC (Hierarchical Condition Categories) and ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases-10) Coding.

• Address contractual and company-prioritized quality gaps and ensure proper chart documentation and codes (ICD or CPT) are included in the encounter as supporting evidence of gap closure. Prescribe 1st and 2nd line medications for depression, anxiety, alcohol use disorders and opioid use disorders.

• Remain up to date on evidence-based care for complex patients in primary care: (adult only, pediatric in certain markets). Refer member to specialist care appropriately and according to internal CBH guidance if available. Support the member in achieving the goals in their care plans (physical, behavioral, and/or social health).

• Participate in case conferences with the care team, providing clinical expertise on care plan development. Provide guidance on highest impact clinical interventions and tasks to achieve a member’s goals. Collaborate on a panel of members to provide clinical input, including health maintenance, chronic disease management and co-occurring psychiatric disorder support.

Work Experience:

• 3+ direct clinical care experience

• Completed an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistants program with a national certification

• Current valid license to practice medicine in the state in which you are employed with Cityblock.

• National certification as a Physician Assistant through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or 

  Nurse Practitioner with an unrestricted license to practice in the state in which you are employed with Cityblock. 

  DEA licensure (or willingness to acquire)

• Certified in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers

We take into account an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience in determining final salary. This role is eligible for health insurance, life insurance, retirement benefits, participation in the company’s equity program, paid time off, including vacation and sick leave. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location. The expected salary range for this position is: 

Cityblock values diversity as a core tenet of the work we do and the populations we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, indiscriminate of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

You must complete Cityblock’s medical clearance requirements, which include, but may not be limited to, evidence of immunity to MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and a TB screen, or have an approved medical or religious accommodation that precludes you from being vaccinated against these diseases.