Current BLS certification from a recognized provider.
At least one year of PA experience within the last two years.
Certification from the NCCPA required.
Unrestricted, valid state license needed; must be a US citizen.
Responsibilities
Provide a comprehensive range of PA services in both primary and specialty care.
Direct care for various acute and chronic conditions and recognize emergencies.
Train and educate other staff members and conduct in-service training sessions.
Promote preventive care and health maintenance through formal and individual education.
Prescribe according to established treatment protocols and guidelines.
Assess medical problems and decide on treatment options, including referrals.
Foster collaborative relationships within the healthcare team to enhance patient care.
Benefits
Medical insurance options (PPO and HSA).
Dental and vision insurance provided.
401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
Health Savings Account with employer match.
Paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
Ten days of paid time off plus 11 federal holidays.
Educational assistance and licensing reimbursement.
Relocation assistance available.
Employee assistance programs and wellness incentives.
Full Job Description
Physician Assistant (PA)
Ft. Hood, TX
$2,500 Sign on/Retention Bonus
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide a full range of Physician Assistant services in primary and specialty medical care within the limits of their training and privileges granted by the MTF (e.g., supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute and chronic conditions involving any and all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated).
Technically direct and provide care for a variety of diseases and types of injuries (i.e., acute, chronic and minor trauma), and the skills to recognize emergency conditions in order to diagnose, prescribe for and treat diseases, disorders and injuries, and refer the more complex cases and serious conditions to qualified medical personnel and perform designated treatment.
Technically direct and teach other staff, provide educational lectures and participate in in-service training to staff members.
Promote preventive care and health maintenance including annual physicals, positive health behaviors and self-care through both formal and individual education and counseling.
Prescribe in accordance with approved treatment protocols and the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee approved medications and immunizations.
Identify a medical problem and determine appropriate action to meet the problem, including referral to a physician. Perform specific diagnostic and therapeutic practices and procedures in accordance with scope of practice.
Establish collaborative rapport with physician, nursing and others in order to promote and facilitate primary care services.
Teach patients and family member's healthy regimen and responsibility for achieving wellness.
Attend staff meetings to provide case discussion, continuing education, and continuous quality improvement.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree.
Graduate from an accredited college or university certified by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education of the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
Maintain current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association, or the American Red Cross.
One year in the last two years as a Physician Assistant.
Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants (NCCPA).
Shall have and maintain a current, valid, unrestricted license specific to the position (with no limitations, stipulations or pending adverse actions) in one of the 50 US States and/or territories. Additional licenses held by a provider must be in good standing whether they are inactive, expired, or limit the provider's practice to a military setting.
Must be a US Citizen.
Potomac Healthcare Solutions offers the following benefits:
Medical Insurance with PPO and HSA Options (United Healthcare)
Dental Insurance (Humana)*
Vision Insurance (Humana)*
401(k) with Employer Match
Health Savings Account with Employer Match
Prescription Drug Program
Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)*
Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)*
