Physician Assistant

Physician AssistantThe Petaluma Health Center's mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County & West Marin. We pride ourselves on our Patient-Centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff. The Center accomplishes this mission through collaborative, innovative programs, services and referral resources that meet the economic needs of the entire community.Full Time Employee Benefits:21 Days of Paid Time Off10 Paid HolidaysMedical Insurance (Entire deductible paid by us!)30 Chiropractor and Acupuncture visits per year included with enrollment in our health insurance plans (Kaiser and WHA)Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceGym Membership Discounts at Active Wellness Center and 24-Hour Fitness!401K Matching after 1 year of employmentFlexible Spending Account, Dependent Care FSALife Insurance (included at no cost to the employee)Long Term Disability (included at no cost to the employee)Employee Assistance Program (included at no cost to the employee)Summary: The Physician Assistant will work at the top of their licensure and as part of a team of health care professional to provide quality primary medical care in a compassionate and caring environment; provide health care services by performing the appropriate assessment including the history and physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and implementing therapeutic treatment in accordance within Petaluma Health Center's standardized clinical procedures, policies, protocols, and guidelines; work as an integral part of the clinician staff by participating in Medical Staff and Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner meetings as well as other projects and committees of Petaluma Health Center; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to after-hours call, weekend clinics, and assignment to off-site locations within PHC's federally approved scope such as school based health clinics.Areas of Responsibility:Take appropriate history and physical examination of patients, and evaluate and treat patients within the usual and customary scope of licensure, practice policies and guidelines, and national certificationOrder pertinent diagnostics and implement appropriate therapy according to scope of practice guidelinesObtain supervising physician's consultation when problems presented are outside scope of practice or when unfamiliar with a particular aspect of the patient's care according to the Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant standardized procedures and protocols and guidelinesCommunicate effectively with patients while involved with their health care, including providing appropriate patient education while answering questions and in history-takingDemonstrate competent knowledge in delivering health care to patients through the peer review processes including chart review, by interactions with physician preceptors and by working collaboratively with support staff and all staff of PHCBecome an integral part of the clinical staff through participation in Medical Staff meetings, PA/NP meetings, and other committees of PHCSupport and contribute to clinic efforts to maintain and improve patient satisfaction in all aspects of health deliveryWork at maximum potential to meet productivity requirements in order to improve patient access and fiscal viability while maintaining quality medical careMeet all time commitments by arriving on time to the clinic and working an entire shift or more as neededMaintain credentials by keeping all required licenses current, including but not limited to California Physician Assistant License, National Physicians Assistant Certification, DEA registration, BLS Certifications, CME hours and any other required certifications or licensesAbide by all Joint Commission Ambulatory Care requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients' rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.Perform other duties within the scope of practice as assignedEducation/Experience:Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant training program3+ years of experience providing primary care in a family practice settingExperience working in a NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognized organization, understanding of NCQA Level 3 (highest) PCMH recognition requirements highly preferredExperience working in a Joint Commission Accredited health care organization, understanding of Joint Commission Ambulatory Care Accreditation requirements highly preferredMaster's Degree in Public Health, or related field highly preferredLicenses and Certifications:Active license in good standing with the Physician Assistant Board of the Medical Board of the State of California · Passage of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants' Physician Assistant National Certifying ExaminationActive Physician Assistant Certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Inc.Current BLS CertificationActive Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration in good standingCandidate must be able to successfully meet PHC's credentialing and privileging requirementsSalary Scale: $120,000 to $173,806 per year The compensation amounts listed above do not include relocation assistance, sign-on bonus, productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, if applicable to the position.Petaluma health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Petaluma health Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.