Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
Certified to practice in Oklahoma as a Physician Assistant
Eligible for medical malpractice insurance
Current on continuing education (CME) requirements
Possesses DEA and State Bureau of Narcotics Certificate
Completed Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Basic computer skills required
Physically and mentally capable to handle job tasks.
Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care including comprehensive physical exams and health history collection
Administer and order diagnostic tests and interpret results
Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections and wound care
Develop patient management plans and document progress
Counsel patients on compliance with treatment and health maintenance
Document encounters in patient records on the same day
Participate in rotational call schedule with clinicians
Attend provider team meetings to meet standards
Assist with Health Disparity Collaborative initiatives
Maintain state licensures and certifications.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a collaborative team environment
Continuing education and skills enhancement encouraged
Involvement in community health initiatives
Participation in a progressive Patient-Centered Medical Home model
Access to resources for personal and professional growth.
Full Job Description
Description
JOB SUMMARY: As an integral member of the provider team, provides direct medical services to patients under direction and responsibility of a physician. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides direct patient care, performs comprehensive physical examination, obtains a thorough and appropriate health history, compiles patient medical data and arranges testing, therapy, and follow-up.
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 regimes, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
Documents each patient encounter in the patient record, clearly and concisely, on the day the patient encounter takes place.
Serves as a participant on rotational call schedule with other clinicians.
Participates in provider team meetings to comply with PCMH team standards.
Participates in any other designated activities and projects for PCMH as assigned by the Medical Director.
Initiates patient referrals as necessary, and communicates with the referral clinician or agency.
Supports activities related to the Health Disparity Collaborative. Duties include but are not limited to supporting the incorporation of staff time for data entry, team meetings, production and submission of monthly reports, maintenance of database.
Maintains and improves clinical skills by attending health center provider meetings.
Consults supervising or alternate physician when appropriate.
Participates in community agencies and/or resources in providing continuity of care.
Maintains up to date required state licensures and certifications.
Follows the mission and vision statement.
All other duties as assigned
Requirements
Job Requirement QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited training program for Physician Assistants.
Certified by the state of Oklahoma to practice as a Physician Assistant.
Eligible for medical malpractice insurance.
Maintains current continuing CME requirements and other credentialing and privileging criteria required for this position.
Possesses DEA and Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drug Control Certificate.
Has completed Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
Basic computer skills needed.
Physical and mental capability to perform the responsibilities of the position.
