Physician Assistant - Occupational Health - Clinton - $10,000 Starting Bonus

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Physician Assistant in Occupational Medicine

Our organization is excited to announce an opening for a Physician Assistant to join our Occupational Medicine team. This position operates under the guidance of the Medical Director and involves serving as an autonomous healthcare professional, consultant, and care coordinator. The primary focus of this role is to enhance employee health and safety through clinical services, compliance management, and injury care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Employee Health & Safety:
  • Evaluate and treat injuries and illnesses related to the workplace.
  • Oversee the Workers' Compensation injury program.
  • Perform pre-employment health evaluations.
  • Conduct Department of Transportation (DOT) examinations.
  • Support wellness programs and vaccination initiatives.
  • Implement and manage the bloodborne pathogen exposure response plan.
  • Work with employers on safety protocols and return-to-work strategies.
• Compliance & Coordination:
  • Ensure compliance with occupational health regulations and standards.
  • Collaborate with Human Resources, safety teams, and external providers as necessary.
  • Maintain precise and confidential health records.

What We Offer:

• Full-time Physician Assistant position at our onsite clinic in Clinton, IA.
• Attractive salary package.
• Sign-on bonus of $10,000.
• Outpatient practice exclusively.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance of $3,000.
• Comprehensive health benefits including dental, vision, life insurance, and both long-term and short-term disability starting from day one.
• Retirement plan with a 403(b) matching contribution.
• Employer-sponsored professional liability insurance, including tail coverage.

Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nursing Program.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an unrestricted license to practice in Illinois and Iowa.
• Current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications relevant to the provider's area of practice.

About Our Organization:

For over 150 years, our health system has been dedicated to delivering compassionate and high-quality care. We are proud to have been recognized on the IBM Watson Health 15 Top Health Systems list for two consecutive years. As the largest comprehensive health network in the region, we employ over 300 providers across various specialties and consistently rank in the top 10% for quality among our peers in the Midwest. In 2023, we joined a partnered provider network to enhance our efforts in transforming care, focusing on improving community health and reducing overall care costs.

About Our Community:

The Clinton North Health Plaza is a multispecialty facility designed to provide the right care at the right time. In addition to primary care, we offer services in cardiology, nephrology, OB/GYN, orthopedics, and pediatrics, along with lab and radiology services. Our primary care team consists of four physicians, five advanced practice providers, and a skilled clinical and non-clinical staff, ensuring a dynamic and busy practice environment.

Clinton is an ideal place to establish roots, conveniently located near major cities: two hours from Chicago, 2.5 hours from Madison, WI, 1.5 hours from Iowa City, and just 45 minutes from the Quad Cities. Iowa ranks among the top 10 states for practicing medicine, and Clinton boasts a cost of living that is 15% lower than the national average. Nestled near the Mississippi River, residents enjoy access to fishing, beaches, boating, live music, theater, orchestras, and riverside dining, making it a wonderful place to raise a family.

As a faith-based, not-for-profit healthcare organization, we serve a four-county referral network across Iowa and Illinois. For over 125 years, we have been committed to providing compassionate and reliable care. As part of one of the largest Catholic health systems globally, we strive to be the most trusted health partner for life, dedicated to improving the health of our communities and the individuals we serve.

If you are interested in being part of a future focused on exceptional patient care, we would love to hear from you.