Unity Health Care.·Washington, District of Columbia
The Provider is responsible for delivering culturally competent diagnosis, treatment, and comprehensive healthcare to patients within a designated specialty. Key duties include managing patient outcomes, improving patient experience, and collaborating with the care team to ensure financial and operational sustainability.
Under the supervision of the Medical or Specialty Director, the Provider is responsible for, but not limited to, the provision of culturally competent care to patients in his/her/their designated specialty. This includes the diagnosis and treatment of physical and behavioral health conditions, counseling and education, and continued comprehensive health care of any patient seen at Unity. The Provider is responsible for the clinical and administrative tasks required to deliver quality, safe healthcare services. By the nature of the profession, the level of assignment will call for a maximum degree of knowledge, professional judgment and ingenuity.
improving health outcomes, improving patient experience, supporting care team well-being and the financial sustainability of the organization
Other Duties
Serves on committee(s) as requested by Medical Director or CMO (e.g. P&T, Infection Prevention etc.).
Effectively and ethically handles all forms of communication according to Unity Policy
Performs other duties as assigned.
This position reports to the Medical or Specialty Director.
The position abides by all rules and regulations set forth by applicable licensing and regulatory bodies and the UHC policies and procedures.
The position requires contact with staff at all levels throughout the organization. There are also external organization relationships that may be a part of the work of the incumbent.
Some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items such as books and paper is required. For additional information, refer to ADA checklist.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTSThe incumbent must be able to balance the needs of diverse constituencies on a daily basis.
The position involves everyday risk and discomforts, which require normal safety pre-cautions typical of such places as offices, meetings, training rooms, and other UHC health Care Sites. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. All medical services shall be provided according to medically accepted community standards of care. The employee shall provide evidence of recent (within the past twelve (12) months) health assessment that includes a PPD and/or chest x-ray results.
The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited medical or nurse practitioner school and hold a current DC Professional License. Board certification or eligibility in the specialty area is required, along with DEA and CDS registrations for prescribing providers.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in the District of Columbia are often competitive because employers look for graduate-level preparation, active licensure, and current BLS certification, with experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care often preferred. New graduates may still be considered, so a strong application should clearly match the required credentials and any relevant clinical rotations. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping candidates review the essentials faster before applying.