Physician Assistant

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Bethesda, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This Physician Assistant position is located at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in the Department of Plastic Surgery, under the Director for Surgery. It is a Direct Hire Solicitation. The physician assistant performs medical examinations and evaluations to formulate diagnoses; interprets radiograph and other diagnostic technology reports; orders routine laboratory tests and imaging studies; implements response-guided therapies and prescribes medication based on evidence-based recommendations; writes and dictates electronic medical program computer entries; and provides health education to patients and families.

The incumbent must meet education, certification, licensure, and specialized-experience requirements. The position requires a current, active, full, unrestricted Physician Assistant license, subject to a stated federal-employee exemption; successful NCCPA examination and continued certification; graduation from an appropriately accredited physician assistant program; and at least one full year of experience as a certified physician assistant performing medical examinations, diagnosing conditions, and ordering or interpreting diagnostic testing. Education cannot substitute for the required experience.

Employment is subject to background and suitability or fitness determinations, Secret security eligibility, credit and drug screening, immunization and tuberculosis requirements, BLS certification, and clinical credentialing and privileges. The position also requires a one-year probationary period. Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates, but PCS costs are not authorized. The announcement describes a federal employee benefits package, with specific eligibility and benefits dependent on employment status.

Requirements

• Graduate from a physician assistant educational program accredited by ARC-PA or its predecessors at an appropriately accredited institution.
• Successfully complete the NCCPA examination and maintain certified physician assistant status, including continuing medical education and recertification requirements.
• Possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted Physician Assistant license or registration from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory; a stated exemption applies to qualifying current federal employees in the 0603 series.
• Have at least one full year of work experience as a certified physician assistant performing medical examinations, diagnosing conditions, and ordering or interpreting diagnostic testing. Education cannot substitute for this experience.
• Obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment; a background investigation and credit check are required.
• Meet initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements related to recurring interaction with children and youth under 18.
• Meet immunization screening requirements, including Hepatitis B immunization for direct patient contact and mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination unless an approved medical or religious exemption applies; tuberculosis testing is also required.
• Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
• Submit to pre-employment urinalysis and pre-employment and random drug testing, including testing based on reasonable suspicion or direct involvement in an on-duty accident.
• Fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Complete a one-year probationary period; continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.

Nice To Haves

• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical examinations and evaluations to formulate diagnoses.
• Interpret reports from radiographs and other diagnostic technology.
• Order routine laboratory tests and imaging studies.
• Implement response-guided therapies and prescribe medication based on evidence-based recommendations.
• Write and dictate electronic medical program computer entries.
• Provide health education to patients and families.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for eligible employees, with access to a range of benefits for employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level