Physician Assistant - Primary Care

Physician Assistant - Primary CareThis position provides medical care and treatment services with emphasis on chronic disease management and promotion of health and palliative care for patients not best served in a clinic setting. Care is provided in patient residencies, as well through audio and video sessions. This position may focus on one of the following areas: Regular Care: Provides ongoing care for patients within an assigned caseload and/or territory and includes long-term strategies focused on disease prevention. Relief Care: Provides relief and/or urgent care for patients on a short-term basis, focusing on filling in for providers who are out of the office. NOTE: We are accepting applications for future openings. These roles could be 32 hours to 40 hours a week, based on the candidate's needs. Service areas could include the following counties: Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, Clark, Clatsop, Columbia, and/or Marion. Service area and schedule preferences can be discussed with the Hiring Manager.Estimated Hiring Range:$140,940.00 - $172,260.00Essential ResponsibilitiesClinical ServiceProvide diagnosis, treatment, consultation, and follow-up care of patients under collaboration with a licensed physician, including diagnosis and treatment of critical, prolonged, and long-term healthcare issues.Perform comprehensive health assessment of clients by completing a physical and psychosocial history; identify actual and potential health needs based on medical, mental/emotional, financial, and social factors. Make referrals to appropriate social or medical agencies and practitioners.Identify, evaluate, and address the prevention of diseases, maintenance of chronic diseases, and appropriate end-of-life care per the goals of care outlined by the patient and their families.Develop and implement proactive patient centered care plan with the assistance of other disciplines within the care team.Order testing in diagnostics, order medications with appropriate follow up and reassessment, and perform some surgical procedures as appropriate under certification.Approve medication refills and home health orders and respond to caregiver requests to provide continuity of care.Provide compassionate anticipatory guidance through decline due to chronic disease and provide high quality palliative care focused on the goals of the patient and family.Educate patients and families on goal-based, appropriate preventative care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medications and treatment.Develop and maintain relationships with lay and professional caregivers, including care facilities, to assure patient experience excellent continuity of care and orders are implemented appropriately.Deliver quality care while maintaining all company metrics pertaining to productivity.Participate in after-hours call schedule.AdministrationCommunicate effectively with members of the medical staff on issues concerning consultation, collaboration, and referrals.Educate patients and families on their preventive care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medications and treatment.Determine need for specialty and rehabilitative services and make appropriate referrals.Oversee the care plan/coordinate case management activities for assigned patients.Attend and participate in all required staff meetings and other ad hoc committees as assigned.Provide coverage for clinical colleagues in their absence.Participate in quality improvement activities as assigned.Complete and maintains medical records according to agency protocols and in support of quality metrics.Perform duties as assigned.Organizational ResponsibilitiesPerform work in alignment with the organization's mission, vision and values.Support the organization's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by fostering a culture of open mindedness, cultural awareness, compassion and respect for all individuals.Strive to meet annual business goals in support of the organization's strategic goals.Adhere to the organization's policies, procedures and other relevant compliance needs.Perform other duties as needed.Experience and/or EducationRequiredMaster's level education with major course work in primary care program for physician assistants or related fieldLicensed physician assistant in the State of OregonDrug Enforcement Administration (DEA) licenseCertification by NCCPAValid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicleCPR certification at hire or within 6 months in positionPreferredMinimum 2 years of relative clinical experienceKnowledge, Skills and Abilities RequiredKnowledgeKnowledge of the principles and practice of medicine including urgent care and triage practices for providers focused on Relief CareProficient in the practice of geriatrics and palliative careKnowledge of principles, practices and procedures of general medicine and surgeryKnowledge of methods and techniques of diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases and injuriesKnowledge of sources of information and current literature applicable to the field of general medicineKnowledge of the ethical and medico-legal aspects of medical practiceKnowledge of the principles and practices of public health, including familiarity with epidemiology, health services delivery and financing systems, and environmental healthKnowledge of the population served in adult health, including culture, demographics, patterns of disease, barriers to care and other unique features or special needsKnowledge of the principles and practices of clinical quality improvementFamiliar with the medical charting systemSkills and AbilitiesSkill in utilizing electronic systems appropriately and effectively, including audio and video supported encountersAbility to perform medical diagnostic and treatment servicesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse patients, staff, peer groups, and varied agency and institutional representativesAbility to deal professionally and calmly with individuals that may act inappropriately, be verbally abusive, hostile and/or in crisisAbility to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekendsAbility to communicate clearly, compassionately and concisely, both verbally and in writingCultural competence and ability to work effectively with people from all walks of lifeCompassion, commitment and integrity required for success in this positionAbility to work within a team and take direction from other team members with expertise in the care plan developmentAbility to adhere to organizational standards, policies, and proceduresAbility to work effectively with diverse individuals and groupsAbility to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actionsAbility to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stressThe following cognitive or mental requirements are necessary on a regular basis:Critical thinkingReading, writing, mathematicsDrawing conclusions from written or computer-generated materialsImplementing recommendations by coordinating people and/or other resourcesDeveloping plans, procedures, goals, strategies or processesClear verbal articulationAbility to tolerate and manage stress and griefAbility to see, read, hear, speak clearly, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 6 hours/dayAbility to lift, carry, push, pull, stand, reach, bend and/or pinch small objects for at least 3-6 hours/dayAbility to crouch, crawl, walk and climb stairs for at least 1-3 hours/dayAbility to operate a motor vehicleWorking ConditionsWork Environment(s): Indoor/Office Community Facilities/Security Outdoor ExposureMember/Patient Facing: No Telephonic In PersonHazards: May include, but not limited to, physical, ergonomic, and biological hazards.Equipment: General office equipment and/or mobile technologyTravel: Requires travel outside of the workplace at least weekly; the employee's personal vehicle may be used. Driving infractions will be monitored in accordance with organizational policy.Work Location: Hybrid-Community 2 days/