Physician Assistant (49719)

Job Details Job Location: Mowry I Clinic - Fremont, CA 94538 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Not Specified Salary Range: $74.88 - $86.81 Hourly Job Category: Professional Services Overall Summary Provide primary medical care to all Bay Area Community Health (BACH) patients following clinic protocols and policies. Perform medical examination and evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up consultation and request referrals for specialist services, labs and tests as necessary. Identify, evaluate and address disease prevention and health promotion issues for patients while administering quality care. Educate patient and/or family about preventive care, medical issues, diagnosis and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications. Maintain legible, accurate and confidential medical records in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures. Work in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allow for consultation, collaboration or referral. Work flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends, as necessary. Essential Responsibilities Under the general direction of the Clinical Director, the Physician Assistant performs a variety of complex, professional, analytical, and confidential Clinical Services services. Perform medical examination and evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up consultation and health education following BACH clinical policies and procedures. Identify, evaluate and address disease prevention and health promotion issues for patients while administering quality care. Educate patient and/or family about preventive care, medical issues, diagnosis and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications. Request patient referrals for specialty services, labs and tests as necessary. Maintain legible, accurate and confidential medical records. Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment outcomes, education, referrals and consultations in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures. Demonstrate commitment to, and understanding of, BACH’s Behaviors for Success and GUEST (Customer Service Model), by modeling customer service excellence in all internal and external relationships and in the performance of all duties and responsibilities. Monitors staff and notifies Administrator when training and/or counseling are needed to meet customer service expectations. Work in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allow for consultation, collaboration or referral. Work flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends, as necessary. Secondary Responsibilities Participate in planning programs and development of health policies and procedures; health promotion, education and/or prevention programs. Participate in staff conferences and health center's continuous quality assurance and peer review programs. Attend workshops, training and meetings as needed, and as requested. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications Physician Assistant License Basic Life Support Certificate (CPR) Preferred Education, Experience, and Training Bachelor’s Degree in Health related field One year of directly related experience Community or Public Health experience Access to reliable transportation. Certifications / Licenses Current California Physician Assistant license. State Office of Family Planning Certificate, if working in family planning program. Current Basic Life Support Certificate (CPR). Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check. Work Conditions Travel locally to visit other sites; may require a day or overnight trip to attend events; workload may be demanding at times; require professionalism and confidentiality. Physical Demands Sitting, walking, and standing associated with a normal medical, clinical and administrative office environment, with some bending, reaching, stretching, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Manual dexterity for tasks involving standard office equipment and computer keyboard, including repetitive movements, such as typing. Traveling to work sites, including some exposure to outside elements. Exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations, requiring adherence to extensive safety precautions and possibly the use of protective equipment. Supervises None #J-18808-Ljbffr Bay Area Community Health