Advanced Practice Provider - Women’s Health

Location: Indianapolis, IN

 

Employees at Damar aren’t just part of a workforce — they’re part of a mission-driven team making a real difference in people’s lives.

Since 1967, Damar has been recognized as one of Indiana’s largest not-for-profit organizations and a leading provider of behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. We serve more than 1,500 individuals each day through a broad range of programs, including:

• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) clinics
• Residential and group home services for children and adults
• Intensive behavioral interventions and diagnostic services
• Community-based support for child welfare and juvenile justice-involved families
• Primary and outpatient behavioral healthcare

Driven by our belief that quality care should be accessible to all, Damar launched Damar Health Services to bring innovative, effective healthcare to underserved communities.

 

We foster a united, purpose-driven culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to give their best. It’s no surprise Damar has been named a Top Workplace for several years!

 

Damar has a great opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider - Women’s Health to be part of a multi-disciplinary team, in an integrated care setting that offers complete patient care, and the opportunity to collaborate with psychiatrists, clinicians, physicians, nursing staff, and community health workers. The Advanced Practice Provider – Women’s Health is responsible for providing patient-centered care in an outpatient setting, including prenatal assessments, postpartum care, routine women’s health services, and patient education. This role collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care. The Advanced Practice Provider supports Damar’s patient population by delivering safe, effective services while addressing medical, behavioral health, and social needs. Through education, advocacy, and collaboration, this role helps improve health outcomes and empowers patients throughout their care journey.  

 

Where would I be working? The APP will see patients at Damar Health Services Clinic, located at 5715 Decatur Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46241

 

What would I be doing? You will assist with providing prenatal, postpartum, and routine women’s health services in an outpatient setting within scope of practice.

 

Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar:

• Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy
• Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Up to $3,000 per year in Tuition Assistance
• Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan Participation
• Take care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
• Paid Holidays to spend time with loved ones
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewal

Remarkable ways you will be making a difference:

• Provides prenatal, postpartum, and routine women’s health services in an outpatient setting within scope of practice• Conducts comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories, physical exams, and risk evaluations• Develops and manages individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and the interdisciplinary care team• Monitors maternal health and fetal development, identifying and addressing any complications or risk factors• Provides education and counseling on pregnancy, postpartum care, breastfeeding, and family planning• Promotes positive health behaviors and supports patients in making informed decisions about their care• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, behavioral health providers, and internal and external medical providers to ensure coordinated, integrated, and continuous care• Identifies and responds to behavioral health needs, social determinants of health, and barriers to care, connecting patients with appropriate resources• Facilitates referrals to specialists or higher levels of care when clinically appropriate• Ensures patient documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with HIPAA and regulatory standards• Maintains accurate, complete, and timely documentation in accordance with organizational, state, and federal requirementsParticipates in quality improvement initiatives focused on maternal health outcomes and reducing health disparities• Provides culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and patient-centered care to a diverse population, including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities• Ensures all activities, services, and programs through Damar are conducted in a manner that is sensitive to and shows respect for the cultural and ethnic diversity for all Damar patients• Utilizes resources, materials, equipment, and staff effectively to maximize efficiency and quality of care• Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team and exchanges clinical and medical information with internal and contracted providers• Maintains on-call availability and responds to patient needs as required• Adheres to all Damar policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including the Employee Handbook and operational policies• Demonstrates ownership of assigned work areas and contributes to a safe, clean, and professional environment• Identifies opportunities for process improvement to enhance patient care and service delivery• Performs other duties as assigned

 

What you need to be considered:

• Master’s degree in Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program required

• Experience in women’s health, obstetrics, or prenatal care preferred

• Prior labor and delivery or obstetrics experience strongly preferred

• Current and active Indiana license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) required

• Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner board certification (WHNP-BC) required for Nurse Practitioners

• Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Obstetrics and Gynecology required for Physician Assistants

• DEA license or ability to obtain prior to start required

• CPR certification required

• Trauma informed care and de-escalation training

• Minimum age of 21 per licensure requirements
• Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving)
• Be clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal convictions
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening

Essential Job Functions

The essential functions of this position require the physical ability and mobility needed to perform the job. This includes the ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 lbs.; operate office equipment, including a computer keyboard; travel to other locations using private or commercial transportation; and communicate effectively to exchange information.

 

The position also requires the ability to recognize and respond appropriately to client behaviors, staff instructions, safety concerns, and emergencies in an environment where individuals may display aggressive, self-injurious, sexually maladaptive, elopement, or other unpredictable behaviors.

 

Regular and acceptable attendance, excluding approved absences and periods of leave, is also an essential function of the position.

 

Each essential function must be performed satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

 

Damar is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access our job opportunities, complete an application, or participate in any part of the recruiting process, please contact Damar Human Resources at DamarHumanResources@damar.org. Requesting a reasonable accommodation will not adversely affect your consideration for employment.

 

Damar Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Damar makes equal employment opportunities available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, including hearing- or vision-related disabilities, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.