Physician Assistant - Float (Jacksonville, FL)

Position Overview The Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for promoting and maintaining health by providing medical services under the supervision of a physician. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES Contributes to physician's effectiveness by identifying short‑term and long‑range patient care issues that must be addressed; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; recommending options and courses of action; implementing physician directives. Assesses patient health by interviewing patients; performing physical examinations; obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories. Determines abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, such as x‑rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory studies; interpreting test results. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Performs therapeutic procedures by administering injections and immunizations; suturing; managing wounds and infections. Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens; giving normal growth and development information; discussing family planning; providing counseling on emotional problems of daily living; promoting wellness and health maintenance. Provides continuity of care by developing and implementing patient management plans. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection‑control policies and protocols. Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Develops health care team staff by providing information, educational opportunities, and experiential growth opportunities. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Health Promotion and Maintenance. Thoroughness, Clinical Skills, Informing Others. Medical Teamwork. Physiological Knowledge, Bedside Manner, Infection Control, Administering Medication, Pain Management, Self‑Development. EDUCATION / SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS Master’s Degree required. Successful completion of program recognized by the accreditation Review Commission on Education of the Physician Assistant, appropriate state licensure, and certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required within first 90 days of employment. PAY RANGE Salary: $111,140 – $158,771. The posted pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary for this position. Final compensation will depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, geographic location, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for bonuses or commissions. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Employee benefits include comprehensive benefits, career development, advancement opportunities, work‑life balance, and opportunities to grow. For more information, visit: WHO WE ARE ChenMed is a family‑owned, family‑oriented organization committed to bringing superior health care to moderate‑to‑low‑income seniors. Our vision: To positively change American healthcare through primary care innovation for the neediest populations. Our mission: To provide a convenient, patient‑centered environment that fosters enduring relationships between doctors, staff, and patients, and delivers superior outcomes and a compassionate experience. We will create a healthcare system specifically for our patients' needs through dedicated doctors, a supportive team, and customized technology, and achieve value through scalable innovation, resourcefulness and accountability. Our patient promise: You are the reason we are here. Your coordinated healthcare and well‑being is our focus. Like a member of our family, we will take care of you in good times and in times of need. #J-18808-Ljbffr ChenMed LLC