Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Full Time

Concentra•Ocala, FL

About The Position

At Concentra, the Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner is a member of the patient care team, providing exceptional care in support of the mission to improve the health of America's workforce. Subject to medical protocols established by the Association and Concentra's Chief Medical Officer, and in cooperation with other physicians assigned to a clinic or Center, the Physician Assistant provides primary medical direction and coordinates professional medical care within the occupational health program. The role includes examining patients, reviewing medical histories and examination findings, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, performing therapeutic procedures, counseling patients, and developing and documenting management plans. The clinician also contributes to occupational health policies and educational programs and works to provide a compassionate, high-quality patient experience. Many clinics offer weekday hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no nights, weekends, holidays, or call; schedules may vary by clinic and business needs. The position offers competitive base salary with annual merit increase opportunity and monthly and quarterly incentive opportunities. Benefits and development opportunities include paid time off, CME time, medical and other insurance plans, retirement matching, tuition reimbursement, training, and potential advancement.

Requirements

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).
Current physician assistant license in the state of employment, maintained throughout employment and consistent with state laws of practice.
Customarily at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, or an emergency setting.
Active DEA registration.
NRCME certification required before the start date; Concentra provides the CME for new colleagues who are not already certified.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to interact with people tactfully and professionally.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with 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.
Concentra Core Competencies: Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.

Responsibilities

Examine patients and compile patient medical data, including health history 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, including injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
Instruct and counsel patients on compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and assist with continuity of care.
Assist in developing, implementing, and revising policies affecting medical practice judgment and the quality of occupational health care.
Assist in developing and presenting educational and instructional programs.
Provide excellent, compassionate customer service to patients, clients, and peers while incorporating Orange Book values.
Meet patient and customer expectations as measured by NPER, NPS, and TATs.
Complete tasks accurately and perform quality assurance checks.
Ensure documentation and paperwork are accurate, concise, timely, and complete.
Manage time, prioritize, and multitask in a busy clinical environment while adapting to changing business needs and schedules when appropriate.
Help in other areas as needed to support an excellent patient experience.
Pursue additional clinical training and self-development to consistently provide quality care.
Communicate effectively with patients, clients, supervisors, and peers; listen to and address internal and external 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

Monthly RVU bonus incentive.
Quarterly Quality Care bonus incentive.
Competitive base salary with annual merit increase opportunity.
17 days of annual paid time off with rollover, increasing with tenure.
5 days of paid CME time annually.
6 paid holidays.
Medical malpractice coverage.
Reimbursement, upon approval, for applicable licensure, certification, and membership renewal dues.
401(k) with employer match.
Tuition reimbursement opportunity.
Medical, vision, prescription, and dental plans.
Life and disability insurance.
Colleague referral bonus program.
Opportunity to teach residents and students.
Occupational Medicine training.
Supplemental health benefits, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Pre-tax health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
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.