Physician Assistant

Xpress Wellness Urgent Care

• $85K — $100K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Medical degree, Nurse Practitioner degree, or Physician Assistant degree from an accredited university.
  • Current license required; Nurse Practitioners must be board-certified.
  • Compliance with state and federal licensure requirements including DEA.
  • Current certification in BLS is mandatory.
  • 1 year of experience preferred, not mandatory.
  • Familiarity with medical coding and billing.
  • In-depth knowledge of state and federal regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, etc.).

Responsibilities

  • Perform complete physical exams and assessments, covering urgent to non-urgent cases.
  • Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and images for patient evaluation.
  • Analyze test reports to diagnose patient conditions effectively.
  • Prescribe and administer treatment and therapies for illness prevention and management.
  • Perform procedures such as laceration repair and orthopedic assessments, with specialist referrals.
  • Educate patients on procedures, treatments, and test results clearly.
  • Document findings and treatment plans in patient charts, ensuring timely closure.
  • Provide medical oversight and consultation to healthcare staff and respond to emergencies.

Benefits

  • Flexible work hours for improved work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Supportive environment with a focus on teamwork.
  • Engagement in special projects and participation in various healthcare events.
  • A safety-sensitive work environment with emphasis on compliance and best practices.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

This position is responsible for providing primary and episodic care to patients following accepted standards and protocols.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Performs complete physical exams and assessments of patients including urgent, emergent, and non-urgent presentation.
  • Selects, orders, performs, and interprets tests, and analyzes diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition and augment physical findings.
  • Analyzes reports and findings of tests to diagnose patients.
  • Prescribes or administers treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness and injury.
  • Performs procedures including laceration repair, and orthopedics and provides referrals to medical specialists.
  • Explains procedures and discusses test results and prescribed treatments with patients.
  • Notates findings and treatment course in patient chart including follow-up notes. Locks and closes out charts within 24-48 hours.
  • Manage communications for events, such as recruiting events, training events, and trade events, as needed.
  • The Physician provides medical orders, medical direction; medical care services, consultation, supervision of the healthcare staff, and chart review.
  • The Physician is also available through direct telecommunication for consultation, assistance with medical emergencies, or patient referral.
  • Manages special projects and duties as assigned. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Qualifications:

Education:
  • Medical degree, Nurse Practitioner degree, or Physician Assistant degree from an accredited university.

Licenses/Certification:
  • Must obtain and maintain a current license. Nurse Practitioners must be board-certified.
  • State and federal licensure requirements including DEA.
  • Must obtain and maintain a current certification in BLS.

Experience:
  • 1 year is preferred but not required.

Skills:
  • Understanding of medical coding and billing.
  • Knowledge of state and federal regulations including OSHA, HIPAA, blood-borne pathogens, and others.
  • Competent with common PC applications including Internet, Email, and Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate new and current provider staff.

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