Physician Assistant đź“Ť Oklahoma Forensic Center - Vinita, OK
đź’Ľ Full-Time | Exempt | Commensurate based on education and experience
About the Facility The Oklahoma Forensic Center is the largest inpatient behavioral health facility within ODMHSAS and the state's only inpatient forensic hospital, serving all 77 counties.
- Location: Vinita, Oklahoma (approximately 60 miles northeast of Tulsa)
- Population Served: Individuals found incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated Not
Guilty by Reason of Insanity
About the position: As a Physician Assistant, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
Your impact will include:
- Comprehensive Patient Evaluations
Conduct detailed histories and physical, mental, and psychiatric assessments for new and existing patients - Clinical Decision-Making
Diagnose conditions and develop effective, individualized treatment plans and discharge strategies, evaluate daily clinical concerns and adjust treatment plans to ensure optimal outcomes - Patient Rounds & Collaboration
Round on units, review charts and collaborate closely with physicians and other interdisciplinary teams as a trusted clinical partner - Policy & Process Improvement
Help develop and implement clinical policies and procedures that enhance care delivery - Patient & Family Education
Provide guidance on preventive care, treatment plans, and medication use - Team Engagement
Participate in treatment team meetings, staff discussions, and educational conferences - Leadership Opportunities
Step into supervisory or administrative roles when needed
Minimum requirements: - Certification as a physicians' assistant by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Examiners
- National certification as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission for Certification of Physicians' Assistant.
- Prescriptive authority for Schedules II, III, IV and V drugs
Special Requirements:- Successful completion of OSBI background check
- Pre-employment drug screening required
Benefits That Support You ODMHSAS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:
- Generous state-paid benefit allowance
- Multiple health insurance options (no pre-existing condition exclusions)
- Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
- 11 paid holidays annually
- 15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first year
- Retirement plan with strong employer match
- Student loan repayment opportunities
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) support
Life in the Grand Lake Area Living near Grand Lake offers an exceptional balance of work and lifestyle:
- Minutes from Grand Lake o' the Cherokees- one of Oklahoma's premier destinations for
boating, fishing, 4x4 rock crawling and waterfront living
- Relaxed pace with low cost of living and short commutes
- Access to golf courses, marinas, and scenic outdoor spaces
- Unique local shops, dining, and cultural attractions
- Close-knit community with easy access to Tulsa
Important to Know:Our facility operates 24/7, so flexibility is key. Occasional weekends or overtime may be required based on operational needs.
