Nurse Practitioner

About the job Nurse Practitioner
Bilingual Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Part-Time
Japanese / English
Location: Torrance, CA
Schedule: Part-Time, approximately 20 hours per week
Pay: $80-$90/hour
Position Overview
A community-focused medical clinic serving a large Japanese-speaking patient population is seeking an experienced Bilingual Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join its team on a part-time basis.
The NP will provide primary care services to patients while working closely with physicians and clinical staff. This position is ideal for a compassionate provider who values patient-centered care and is comfortable communicating with patients in both Japanese and English.
Schedule
Preferred schedule:

• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
• Approximately 20 hours per week

Candidates who are unable to work all three days may still be considered; however, availability on Wednesday and Friday mornings is required.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services within the NP's authorized scope of practice
• Conduct patient assessments, obtain medical histories, and perform physical examinations
• Evaluate and manage common acute and chronic health conditions
• Develop and communicate appropriate treatment and follow-up plans
• Order and review diagnostic tests as appropriate
• Prescribe medications within applicable scope of practice and clinic protocols
• Provide preventive care and patient education
• Coordinate care and referrals with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare providers
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with Japanese- and English-speaking patients
• Collaborate with physicians and clinic staff to support continuity of patient care

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure
• Current furnishing/prescribing authority as applicable to the position
• Japanese and English bilingual communication skills
• Previous experience in primary care, internal medicine, family medicine, or a related clinical setting preferred
• Strong patient communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently within applicable scope of practice while collaborating effectively with physicians and clinical staff
• Strong commitment to providing compassionate, culturally sensitive patient care

Compensation
$80-$90 per hour , depending on experience and qualifications.
About the Position
The clinic has a long history of serving the local community, including a significant Japanese-speaking patient population. The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining continuity of care and providing accessible, high-quality medical services to patients.