Physician Assistant (PA), Endocrine and Diabetes, FT, Days

About the role

Company: MarinHealth Medical Group, Inc.
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Job Description Summary: Under supervision and in collaboration with the physician staff, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) performs physical examinations and treats common episodic and chronic healthcare problems with an emphasis on health maintenance and disease prevention. This position is designed for healthcare professionals, such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants, who possess advanced training and expertise in their respective fields. The primary responsibilities include providing patient care in the clinic setting, performing in-office procedures, and focusing on patient education.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
• Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests.
• Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness.
• Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
• Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws.
• Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments.
• Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention.
• Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs.
• Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies.
• Prepares documentation for EMR including updating patient records by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment.
• Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty.
• Complies with patient confidentiality requirements.
• Promotes patient advocacy.
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient.
• Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.

Requirements, Prerequisites And Essential Functions

• Pay Range: $85.95 - $100.27 - $117.50
• Essential Functions And Responsibilities: See above under Responsibilities section.

Qualifications

• Physician Assistant: Completion of graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Must be certified by the National Commission on Certification and licensed in the State of California
• License/Certifications: Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in state of CA, must hold current national board certification by first day of work and maintain, must hold an active and transferable DEA license to California as required by the clinical specialty, must be eligible for payer enrollment with CMS Medicare and Medicaid BLS and ACLS (American Heart Association) required
• Experience: 2-5 years of PA experience preferred, 2 years in specialty area highly desired

Accommodation

Prior experience in a medical office environment preferred

Education

C.A.R.E.S. Standards: MarinHealth seeks candidates ready to model our C.A.R.E.S. standards—Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety—which foster a healing, trust-based environment for patients and colleagues.

Health & Immunizations

To protect employees, patients, and our community, MarinHealth requires measles, mumps, varicella, and annual influenza immunizations as a condition of employment (and annually thereafter). COVID-19 vaccination/booster remains strongly recommended.

Equal Employment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.