Physician Assistant - Xpress Lane

Meritus Health External•Hagerstown, MD

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Meritus Health is seeking a Full-Time Physician Assistant to join our growing Urgent Care team at the Meritus Xpress Lane Clinic in Hagerstown, Maryland. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and clinically skilled Physician Assistant who enjoys a fast-paced, patient-centered environment and providing high-quality care when patients need it most. The Meritus Xpress Lane Clinic provides convenient, after-hours care for patients with urgent illnesses and injuries. The clinic operates Monday through Friday from 5:00 PM–1:00 AM and Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 PM–8:00 PM, providing an important alternative to the emergency department for non-life-threatening conditions. As a Physician Assistant in Urgent Care, you will evaluate and manage patients presenting with a variety of acute medical conditions and minor injuries. Common conditions may include: Respiratory illnesses, Sinus pressure and infections, Sore throats, Ear infections, Fever, Allergic reactions, Rashes, Pink eye, Insect bites and stings, Minor aches, sprains, and strains, Lacerations and other minor injuries, Mild-to-moderate asthma, Minor fractures and other musculoskeletal injuries. The Xpress Lane Clinic is designed to provide quick, convenient medical care without an appointment, making it an important resource for patients seeking care after work, school, or when their primary care provider is unavailable.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program required.
Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Maryland required.
Current DEA Registration required.
Current CDS permit required.
Current BLS/CPR certification in compliance with Meritus Health policy required.
ACLS certification in compliance with Meritus Health policy required.
Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Demonstrates clinical competence and the ability to independently evaluate and manage patients.
Comfortable performing common urgent care procedures.
Ability to work effectively with physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Knowledge of case management, outcomes management, and managed care.
Proficiency with ICD-10 and CPT coding, or willingness to acquire proficiency.
Comfortable using electronic health records and other clinical technology.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a Physician Assistant preferred.
Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or other acute-care experience preferred.
Proficiency with EPIC preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations
Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for acute illnesses and injuries
Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic testing
Prescribe medications and provide patient education
Perform minor office-based procedures
Provide fracture care and splinting
Perform laceration repair and incision and drainage procedures
Recognize conditions requiring a higher level of care and appropriately refer or transfer patients
Document patient encounters accurately in the electronic health record
Communicate effectively with patients and their families
Collaborate with physicians and other members of the healthcare team
Provide compassionate, evidence-based care while maintaining a positive patient experience
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients across the lifespan
Perform common urgent care procedures, including: Suturing and laceration repair, Fracture evaluation and splinting, Incision and drainage (I&D), Treatment of sprains, strains, and other minor injuries
Work collaboratively with physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, and clinical support staff
Opportunity to practice in a high-volume environment while providing accessible care to the community