Physician Assistant - Primary Care

About the role

Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate Primary Care Physician Assistant to join our team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Ithaca, NY.

Core Responsibilities

- Actively diagnoses and treats our veterans under the direction and responsibility of a supervising physician. - Examines patient for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders. - Develops and implements patient management plans and assists in provision of continuity of care. - Orders and performs diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, laboratory tests, etc. - Prescribes medication and recommends dietary and activity programs as indicated by diagnosis. - Counsels patients on the use of prescription medications, educates patients, assesses mental health issues, and provides routine health maintenance. - Evaluates patients’ records from medical providers outside the VA and works with these patients utilizing rules set forth by the VA for co-managed care. - Completes any and all clinical reminders “due” at the time of each patient visit. - Completes the documentation of the medical record within twenty-four 24 hours of a patient encounter. - Complies with the VA formulary process and consult protocols. - Complies with all VA guidelines in regard to appropriate and timely clinical documentation and response to patient requests. - Agrees to cross cover other providers, including alerts and notifications. - Complies with all VA and company training requirements. - Fulfill compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission (JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance and other related items. - Remain focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through the specified VA guidelines. - Must provide excellent customer service to each veteran, both in person and over the phone, as well as to fellow colleagues and clinic visitors. - Participate in the clinic’s outreach events to help support the clinic’s enrollment initiatives. - Support patient enrollment and retention by providing guidance, when necessary, regarding scheduling, follow-up visits or nurse visits. - Embrace and support new initiatives, whether clinical or operational.

Requirements & Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree (BPAS or a related field) required. Master’s degree (MPAS) preferred. - Graduate of an accredited program for physician assistants, including preceptorship. - Certification by applicable professional organization. - Minimum five-years of combined approved academic training and healthcare experience required, or as VA contractual requirements specify. Experience as a physician assistant must be in a related primary care or ambulatory care setting; government healthcare environment preferred. Specific requirements could vary based on individual VA contract. - Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA). - Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements. - Current certification in Basic Life Support (must be renewed periodically as specified by the certifying agency – AHA valid for two years, e.g.) and in ACLS as specified by individual VAMC contract. - Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration. - Proficiency in written and spoken English. - Strong computer skills. - Energetic and optimistic demeanor. - Strong service mentality and a focus on achieving all aspects of defined service standards. - This is considered a safety sensitive position.

Final compensation

Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.