Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Float

Concentra•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

At Concentra, the Physician Assistant Float is a member of the patient care team who provides occupational health care across multiple clinics. Subject to medical protocols established by the Association and Concentra’s Chief Medical Officer, and in cooperation with physicians assigned to a clinic or Center, the position provides primary medical direction and coordinates professional medical care within the occupational health program. The role includes assessing and treating patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, performing therapeutic procedures, developing and documenting patient management plans, and supporting continuity of care. The position also contributes to occupational health policies and educational programs while delivering compassionate, high-quality service to patients, clients, and colleagues. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time. Many clinics offer weekday hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call work. Hours may vary according to clinic needs; flexibility to work additional or different hours or shifts when appropriate is expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related health field from an accredited college or university.
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Successful completion of the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).
Current physician assistant license in the state of employment, maintained throughout employment and consistent with state practice laws.
Customarily at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, or an emergency setting.
Competency in Concentra’s core areas of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.
Ability to use logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with people tactfully and professionally.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, according to applicable laws and company policies.
Demonstrated knowledge of state-specific occupational medicine requirements.
Working knowledge of clinical operations.
Knowledge of laws and regulations governing delivery of rehabilitation services.
Knowledge of workers’ compensation, clinical procedures, and processes involved in delivering quality care.
Excellent communication skills.
Willingness to participate in Continuing Medical Education.

Responsibilities

Perform medical assessments of patients across multiple clinics.
Examine patients and compile medical data, including health histories and examination results.
Administer or order diagnostic tests, including X-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests.
Interpret diagnostic test results and identify deviations from normal.
Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
Instruct and counsel patients on prescribed treatment regimens and health maintenance.
Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and support continuity of care.
Assist in developing, implementing, and revising policies affecting medical practice judgment and occupational health care quality.
Assist in developing and presenting educational and instructional programs.
Deliver excellent customer service and a compassionate patient experience while incorporating Concentra’s Orange Book values.
Meet customer and patient expectations as measured by NPER, NPS, and TATs.
Complete tasks accurately and perform quality assurance checks.
Maintain accurate, concise, timely, and complete documentation and paperwork.
Manage time, prioritize, and multitask in a busy clinical environment.
Adapt to changing business needs, including scheduling and working additional or different hours or shifts when appropriate.
Assist in other areas as needed to support an excellent patient experience.
Pursue additional clinical training and self-development.
Communicate effectively with patients, clients, supervisors, and peers, and listen to and address client needs.
Contribute to center operations, hold self and others accountable, and assist colleagues in achieving results.
Handle confidential and critical information with discretion and secure information management.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with annual merit increase opportunity
Monthly RVU bonus incentive
Quarterly Quality Care bonus incentive
18 days of paid time off annually, with rollover
5 days of paid CME time annually
6 paid holidays
Medical malpractice coverage
Reimbursement, upon approval, for renewal of applicable licensure, certifications, memberships, and related dues
401(k) with employer match
Tuition reimbursement opportunity
Medical, vision, prescription, and dental plans
Life and disability insurance
Colleague referral bonus program
Occupational Medicine training
Supplemental health benefits, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
Pre-tax health care and dependent care spending accounts (FSA)
Concentra-accredited CME courses
Occupational Health University
Leadership development programs
Relocation assistance when applicable
Commuter benefits
Identity theft services
Colleague discount program
Opportunities for advancement locally and nationally