We are currently looking for a(n) Physician Assistant - Behavioral Health located at the Cascade Building.
JOB SUMMARY
Provides medical care under Physician's direction by performing medical duties according to credentials and privileges.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Routine duties shall include providing health care services to individuals eligible for services in accordance with the self-governance compact and funding agreement between the Cherokee Nation and the United States executed under the authority of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. Examines patients, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal. Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection. Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care. Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems in daily living, and health maintenance. Provides follow-up, maintenance care and treatments for patients' placed on a course of therapy as per the Physician's orders. Evaluate emergency situations and renders life-saving procedures as appropriate. Screens patients for appropriate referrals. Prepares and makes arrangements for referrals. Performs triage as necessary. Consults with Physician as necessary. Participates or chairs assigned committee meetings. Participates in community health fairs. Provides education to schools and/or community organizations. Maintains educational requirements. Assures Cherokee Nation Health Services objectives are met. Adheres to professional ethical standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT Associate's degree from 2-year College or technical school; or two years (60 credit hours) coursework from 4-year College or university; or three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant's program which meets the Oklahoma State requirements for licensure.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT No additional experience required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Contact Management systems; Database software and Spreadsheet software.
REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Oklahoma, possess National Certification, and maintain CPR and ACLS certifications.
Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating.
