Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant to join our healthcare team at Lotus Behavioral Health. The ideal candidate should be skilled in-patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as possess excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Located in Winter Springs, FL Contract- $55- $60.00/hourly

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical history review, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic tests for patients entering residential facility.
• Formulate accurate diagnoses and develop appropriate treatment plan.
• Prescribe medications and provide patient education regarding medication usage, potential side effects, and other relevant information.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.
• Provide patient counseling and support, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding their medical condition and treatment options.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, psychiatry NPs and behavioral therapists, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting patient encounters, assessments, and treatment plans.
• Stay informed about current medical practices, guidelines, and advancements through continuous education and professional development activities.

Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Current NCCPA Certification (PA-C).
• Active Florida Physician Assistant License in good standing.
• Strong clinical skills and ability to work within the scope of practice established by Florida law and supervising physician protocols.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced behavioral healthcare environment.
• Commitment to maintaining ethical and professional standards.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program.
• Current PA-C certification through NCCPA.
• Active and unrestricted Florida Physician Assistant License.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatry, addiction treatment, or primary care preferred.
• Valid and unrestricted DEA Registration.
• Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing with insurance carriers.
• No suspension, exclusion, or debarment from participation in federal healthcare programs.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

The nature of work may generate considerable physical (transporting, moving, assisting clients, etc.), mental, and visual demands. The physical and working demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Office environment; however, this position demands floor supervision and travel within the community, as needed.
• Heavy exposure/use of computers, cell phones, office phones, etc.
• Daily, weekly, monthly, and annual deadlines
• Specific vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; one must also have adequate vision to read correspondence(s), computer screen(s), form(s), etc.
• Manual dexterity is sufficient to operate a keyboard, copier, telephone, calculator, and the ability to write and/or type.
• Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and to sit for prolonged periods throughout work hours.
• Must be able to lift and/or move 25 or more pounds occasionally.
• Must respond appropriately and effectively in crises by using good judgment and following Lotus Behavioral Health protocols.
• Supervision will be provided.

All individuals applying and/or working at Lotus Behavioral Health are subject to State and Federal Background Screening requirements. For additional information, see: