Physician Associate for local Clinic

Title: Physician Associate (PA) Job Category: Primary Care Location: Your Town, OK Position Type: Full-Time Compensation: $175,000 - $250,000 Responsibilities Assesses patient health by interviewing patients and performing physical examinations (including obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories) Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records Provides quality outpatient services by appointment Provides ongoing health maintenance, health education and disease prevention periodic screening for adults Provides well‑women gynecological exams including appropriate screening, history, examinations and education Provides patient education regarding disease processes and good health habits Maintains current knowledge of immunization schedules, routine adult health maintenance recommendations and general clinic protocols Orders and evaluates appropriate laboratory and x‑ray studies Completes Continuing Medical Education and maintains licensure in good standing. Maintains current prescriptive authority license, OBNDD and DEA number Maintains a current knowledge of the Nurse Practitioner formulary and prescribes medications within the limits of the formulary Assists in community health screening and disease prevention activities Informs Medical Director of difficult cases, poor outcomes, or of involvement of other agencies in patient case Interacts effectively with patients, families, clinic team members and anyone necessary to satisfy patient care Qualifications Current valid license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Associate (PA) in Oklahoma. Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Dedication to providing high‑quality patient care. Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Preferred Skills Excellent listening, speaking and interpersonal skills to communicate with patients and colleagues. Ability to identify diseases and other health conditions, make diagnoses, and produce treatment plans based on clinical interviews, physical examinations and laboratory test results. Critical thinking skills to evaluate various treatment options and identify the most effective path for the best possible outcome. Compassion to sympathize with sick and worried patients and their families. Leadership skills to manage other members of the healthcare team such as RNs, LPNs, and other support staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr