Physician Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Urgent Care Job Description Physician Assistant - full and part-time positions available. Reports to:

Medical Director FLSA Status:

Exempt Job Summary:

Provides episodic and minor injury care to patients under the supervision of the Medical Director following established standards and protocols. Functions as a member of the clinical team maximizing the delivery of quality care to patients. Primary Job Duties: Perform physical exams and assessments of patients including urgent, emergent and non-urgent presentation. Select, order, perform and interpret diagnostic tests including X-rays as appropriate in collaboration with supervising physician. Analyze reports and findings of tests to diagnose patients in collaboration with supervising physician as appropriate. Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness and injury in collaboration with supervising physician. Refers patient to PCP or specialist as appropriate. Perform procedures including laceration repair, I & D’s, IV’s removal of foreign bodies, splinting and casting, ear irrigations. Utilizes practice guidelines and standardized procedures in collaboration with the supervising physicians in providing medical care to patients. Performs DOT physicals. Explain procedures, discuss test results and prescribe treatments with patients. Document findings and treatment course in patient electronic medical record including follow-up notes. Interact with medical practices and emergency room physicians to create a cooperative atmosphere. Maintain up to date knowledge base for medical conditions and injuries that may present to an urgent care setting. Attend clinical provider staff meetings. Participate in professional development activities. Maintain strictest confidentiality. Education: Master’s degree form an AMA accredited school for Physician Assistants. Licenses/Certifications: State licensure as a Physician Assistant. National certification by one of the Physician Assistant certifying bodies (i.e. NCCPA). DEA license with no restrictions. Current ACLS/PALS certification. Experience: A minimum of two years clinical experience in an urgent care setting, Emergency Room or Family Practice office. Knowledge: Knowledge of medical coding. Knowledge of the principles and practice of urgent care medicine/ Knowledge of the principles and practice of occupational health medicine. Skills: Competent with common PC applications including Internet, Email and Microsoft Office. Ability to interact with patients, medical and administrative staff and the public effectively. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to set priorities among multiple requests. Skill in planning, organizing, delegating and supervising. Benefits: Excellent benefits and Medical/Dental, STD/LTD and 401k for full time employees