Physician Assistant I (PT), Urgent Care, BA North

Saint Francis Health System•Broken Arrow, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Serves as a provider of clinical services within the scope and practice guidelines of the State Physician Assistant Practice Act. This position is ECB status – requires a minimum number of worked hours per month as needed by the department; limited benefit offerings. Urgent Care - BA North - Warren Clinic Location: Broken Arrow, Oklahoma 74012. Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.

Requirements

Master's degree from approved program in Health Science or related field; Graduation from a CAHEA (AMA's Committee on Allied Health, Education and Accreditation) approved program.
Current licensure as a Physician Assistant by Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.
0 - 2 years related experience.
Effective interpersonal, written and oral communications.
Demonstrated patient care skills.
Effective organization of multi-task role.
Understanding of healthcare delivery processes in the medical setting.

Responsibilities

Performs clinical services including assessment, intervention and evaluation of care within the scope of practice established by State Law.
Consults and collaborates with physicians, other health care providers, agencies to provide coordinated services to patients and their families.
Documents services according to established policies and procedures, including preparation of the medical record and billing documents.
Performs procedures and treatments as necessary, according to established protocols.
Recommends and orders treatment procedures as needed by the patient.
Promotes patient wellness by providing patient education.
Utilizes advanced clinical knowledge or experience to resolve patient questions and meet patient needs.
Participates in quality initiatives and safety functions.
Assists in identifying and ordering needed supplies.
Remains informed and compliant with current Health System, Warren Clinic, OSHA and HIPAA policies and procedures.
Maintains exemplary patient satisfaction and participates as an engaged team member.