Physician Assistant PRN

About the role

Join us at Concentra and see how your clinical competency and compassion can make a meaningful difference in the lives of the patients you serve. As a Physician Assistant, you will be subject to the medical protocols established by the Association and the Chief Medical Officer of Concentra and in cooperation with other physicians assigned to a clinic or "Center".

Responsibilities

• Examines patient, compiles patient medical data and results of examination.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests.
• Compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Interprets diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Affords assistance in the development, implementation and revision of policies affecting medical practice judgment and quality of occupational health care.
• Affords assistance in the development and presentation of education and instructional programs.
• Provides excellent customer service to all patients, clients and peers while incorporating Orange Book values.
• Dedicated to exceeding customer and patient expectations as measured by NPER/NPS/TATs.
• Ensures accuracy when completing and executing tasks and performing quality assurance checks.
• Ensures accurate, concise, timely and complete documentation of results and paperwork.
• Provides an excellent, compassionate and warm patient experience regardless of patient volume.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize and multi-task in a busy environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs such as scheduling and working additional/different hours/shifts when appropriate.
• Ability to consistently deliver quality care in a busy clinical environment.
• Takes action to assist in other areas and to do what is needed to ensure an excellent patient experience.
• Sets out to seek out opportunities for additional clinical training and self-development in order to consistently provide quality care.
• Effectively communicates with all patients, clients, supervisors and peers while incorporating Orange Book values.
• Listens to and understands internal and external client needs in order to act and address.
• Committed to personal excellence and understands how daily work contributes to center operation as a whole.
• Holds self and others accountable.
• Is willing and able to assist others in order to achieve results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related health field from an accredited college or university.
• Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program).
• Passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).
• Current licensed physician assistant in the state where employed and in accordance with state laws of practice.
• Maintains work state physician assistant licensure throughout the course of employment.

Qualifications

• Customarily has at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care or an emergency setting.
• Job-Related Skills/Competencies: Concentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility; Outstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalism; Demonstrated knowledge of occupational medicine requirements (state specific); Demonstrated working knowledge of clinical operations; Knowledge of laws and regulations that govern delivery of rehabilitation services; Knowledge of worker’s compensation and clinical procedures and all processes involved in the delivery of quality care; Demonstrated excellent communication skills; Demonstrated willingness to participate in Continuing Medical Education.

Additional Data

• This position is eligible to earn a base compensation rate in the state range of $63.00 to $80.00 hourly depending on job-related factors as permitted by applicable law, such as level of experience, geographic location where the work is performed, and/or seniority.