Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner PRN

Concentra•Alexandria, VA

About The Position

At Concentra, the clinician is a vital member of the patient care team, providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients and supporting the mission of improving the health of America's workforce. Working PRN (as needed) in the Northern VA market, the clinician provides primary medical direction and coordination of professional medical care within the occupational health program. The work is subject to medical protocols established by the Association and Concentra's Chief Medical Officer, and is performed in cooperation with other physicians assigned to a clinic or center, if any. The position requires delivering quality care in a busy clinical environment, maintaining complete and accurate records, and providing an excellent patient experience. The clinician must manage competing priorities, adapt to changing business needs, communicate effectively, and contribute to the operation of the center. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice. The role includes access to confidential and critical information and requires ongoing discretion and secure information management. The position offers training in Concentra's occupational medicine process management model, CME resources, malpractice insurance, advancement opportunities, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and a competitive hourly rate. The stated base compensation range is $60.00 to $80.00 per hour, depending on job-related factors.

Requirements

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and graduation 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 in accordance with state practice laws.
Customarily at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, or an emergency setting.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems using 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 properly 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.

Responsibilities

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 compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and assist with continuity of care.
Assist with 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 customer service to patients, clients, and peers while incorporating Concentra's Orange Book values.
Meet customer and patient expectations as measured by NPER, NPS, and TATs.
Complete and execute tasks accurately and perform quality assurance checks.
Maintain accurate, concise, timely, and complete documentation of results and paperwork.
Provide a compassionate and welcoming patient experience regardless of patient volume.
Manage time, prioritize, and multitask in a busy 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 help ensure an excellent patient experience.
Seek 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 others in achieving results.