Physician Assistants Washington, DC

Job Description

Job Description

NEEDED: Physician Assistants (PA)

MISSION: The Library of Congress (LOC) is to support Congress in fulfilling its constitutional duties and to further the progress of knowledge and creativity for the benefit of the American people. The Health Services Division (HSD) is charged with promoting and maintaining optimal health, wellness and productivity of all Library of Congress staff. HSD offers a wide spectrum of occupational health programs and services and occasionally requires contract licensed or certified medical professional to execute those programs.

LOCATION(S):

• 101 Independence Ave., SE. Washington, DC 20540
• 19053 Mount Pony Rd., Culpeper, VA 22701

HOURS OF OPERATION: Normal business hours are 8:00AM – 5:30PM, Mondays through Fridays, Scheduled shifts of 4, 6 or 8 hours which will be designated prior to scheduling.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a current unencumbered license in the District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia.
• PAs will practice under the direction and supervision of the LOC Chief Medical Officer when that position is held by an MD or DO.
• Must be board-certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
• Must have at least 2 years of clinical experience as a PA.
• Must have experience as a PA in medical/surgical critical care, urgent care, emergency medicine, or occupational/environmental health.
• Must have up-to-date certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Depending on the assignment, Basic Life Support certification only may be supportable.
• Must have the necessary skills in properly documenting patient encounters and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English both orally and in writing.
• Shall have your own personal equipment, such as a stethoscope and lab coat.
• Must be available during HSD operating hours, currently 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday – Friday as required.

JOB DUTIES:

• Shall be responsible for independently assessing and treating, within the practice policies of the LOC medical clinic and their scope of practice, the health status of LOC employees with respect to job tasks and hazards.
• Shall assess employees, contractors, and visitors for treatment of illness and injury or referral for more advanced care to include emergency services.
• PAs may also be asked to assist in the planning and execution of wellness and education programs to support Library of Congress employees.

BENEFITS: Competitive hourly pay rate, accrued vacation, accrued sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, 401K opportunities, and healthcare benefits contributions.