Physician Assistant - Aptos, CA

Cypress Health Partners • Aptos, CA

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About The Position

The position is responsible for providing primary and urgent care to a diverse patient population, focusing on health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education, and counseling. The role operates under a Practice Agreement, adhering to established guidelines and within the defined scope of practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related field.
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Current Physician Assistant license from the California Physician Assistant Board.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) within the first six months of employment.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to efficiently use EMR.
• Ability to perform minor office surgeries, apply casts and splints, and conduct laceration repairs (training provided).
• Basic X-ray interpretation skills (training provided).
• Workers Comp experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams on all patients, from neonates to geriatric populations.
• Obtain and document the patient's medical history and identify health risk factors.
• Diagnose and treat common acute illnesses.
• Diagnose and treat chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension.
• Perform all aspects of patient care in a safe environment, minimizing medical errors.
• Support and maintain a culture of safety and quality.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory work, x-rays, and EKGs.
• Provide well childcare, women's healthcare, prenatal care, and family planning services.
• Prescribe medications and non-pharmacological therapies based on patient diagnoses and health history.
• Encourage positive health behaviors through education and counseling.
• Apply standardized care guidelines in clinical practice.
• Provide health education, counseling, and referrals to other healthcare professionals and community resources.
• Assess and document patient and/or family psycho-social issues.
• Treat patients and families with respect and dignity, maintaining high patient satisfaction scores.
• Collaborate with physicians and other health team members to plan optimal patient care.
• Work with patients and families to formulate treatment and education plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees